In the United Arab Emirates, Daman Investments annoucned that it would partner with Embio to develop a biodiesel plant with an undisclosed capacity, that will supply Dubai and the other emirates following commencement of operations in the first half of 2009. The plant will use non-food oils as feedstocks, according to management.
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