In the UK, in what is believed to be an industry first, UK-based bunker operator John H. Whitaker (Tankers) Limited has secured chemical certification from Lloyd’s Register (LR) on behalf of the Isle of Man Flag Administration for its tanker Whitchampion to load, carry and blend Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME B100) onboard under IBC […]
In the UK, a startup from the University of Surrey is one of just ten finalists shortlisted for the Manchester Prize – a UK government-backed award that supports AI solutions for the public good. BiofuelAI now has the chance to win a £1 million grant to advance its AI-driven software, designed to accelerate the UK’s […]
In the UK, a recent study “From Research to Revenue: The Case for Scaling UK Bio-based Innovation” reveals the UK excels at creating bio-based startups but struggles to scale them domestically, with many relocating abroad for better infrastructure. The BB-REG-NET research shows internationally-active firms employ more staff and generate nearly twice the revenue of UK-focused […]
In the UK, Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has accepted a request for a report providing advice to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) concerning its proposed subsidy to Drax Power Limited. The SAU has accepted a request for a report from DESNZ concerning its proposed subsidy to Drax. This request relates to […]
In the UK, new pressure control technology will be installed at SGN’s biomethane’s sites to increase the amount of renewable gas which can be injected into our pipes. SGN contracted Utonomy to supply intelligent pressure control technology and management systems on our medium-pressure network on the Isle of Sheppey. This innovative solution will increase biomethane […]
In the UK, sponge-like pellets may hold the key to preventing CO2 from entering the atmosphere, supporting future net zero ambitions, a new report from the University of Nottingham explains. Capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂) from industrial processes is a necessary step to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and minimise the severe impacts of climate change. The […]
In the UK, the Business Desk reports that Vivergo has notified its wheat suppliers about the risks of shutting down in response to the US-UK trade deal recently agreed to by the primer minister and President Trump. The company plans to already wind back purchases to meet only its contractual obligations in the face of […]
In the UK, Argus has launched a new freight service which offers global pricing and market intelligence for biofuels, associated feedstocks and chemicals. The world’s appetite for biofuels is growing fast as energy market participants move to meet net zero obligations and commitments, and to diversify sources of supply. The biofuels complex includes commodities ranging […]
In the UK, Carbon Clean has announced the successful factory testing of the world’s largest Rotating Packed Bed (RPB) of this size for carbon capture. This breakthrough technology uses centrifugal force to enhance CO2 absorption and can capture up to 285 tonnes of CO2 per day. It has successfully completed an extensive verification program at […]
In the UK, new measures to help the UK take off as a world leader in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), supporting the growth in the industry and jobs across the country, were introduced in Parliament on Wednesday. With decarbonization key to accelerating expansion plans, the government has also announced an additional £400,000 of funding for […]
