In Brazil, Eixos news agency reports the board of the National Agency for Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels (ANP) has authorized Petrobras to sell marine diesel oil with renewable content. The decision retroacts to regularize the situation of operations that had already been taking place since November, and is valid until the agency regulates the […]
In Spain, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. and Repsol announced a landmark 8-year agreement to supply renewable marine fuels at the Port of Barcelona, establishing an unprecedented long-term relationship within the cruise industry. Beginning in the 2026 European season, Repsol will offer a portfolio of renewable fuels, including biofuels and, from 2029, renewable methanol, directly […]
In Singapore, Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) released a landmark report on the world’s first field validation of tracer technologies in marine biofuel supply chains. Conducted in Singapore, Rotterdam, and other major bunkering hubs, the trials demonstrated that tracers can be integrated into existing marine biofuel supply chain practices without disrupting operations or compromising […]
In the UK, the 83rd session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83) was held from April 7-11, 2025 when The “Interim Guidance on the Carriage of Blends of Biofuels and MARPOL Annex I Cargoes by Conventional Bunker Ships” was approved, which allows transportation of blends of not more than […]
In Sweden, Greencarrier is launching the ‘Shipping Made Fossil-Free’ campaign. As part of the initiative, Greencarrier is offering businesses a free trial of its Maritime Biofuel Insets solution, allowing them to see firsthand how they can drastically reduce their shipping-related fossil emissions. Greencarrier is making 1,000 metric tons of Maritime Biofuel Insets available to customers […]
In France, Sallaum Lines expects to receive numerous biofuel supplies totaling around 3,400 metric tons in 2025. This strategy is expected to save around 1,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent emissions. This strategic investment demonstrates the company’s alignment with environmental safeguarding, which is crucial in light of the current climate catastrophe. Silver Moon operates on […]
In Singapore, MarineLink reports data from Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) showed sales of alternative marine fuels rose in February despite an overall drop of fuel sales to a 20-month low and 14% fewer bunkering calls. On the back of the first ever B100 delivery at the port, marine biofuel sales rose 110,900 […]
In Singapore, ENGINE Online reports biofuel adoption across the Americas is languishing despite offerings from major suppliers and localized initiatives. In Houston, biofuel like B30-VLSFO costs $792 per metric ton, a stark contrast to the $696 in Rotterdam and $660 in Singapore, where proximity to cheaper Chinese used cooking oil reduces costs. Shell and Stone […]
In Port Colborne, Ontario, a new $33-million biofuel terminal aims to green Great Lakes shipping, with over 100 vessels expected to fuel up annually. Announced Tuesday near the waterfront, the facility will be managed by Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority in collaboration with Canada Clean Fuels and Canada Steamship Lines. “This new facility will make biofuels more […]
In Singapore, Ship and Bunker reports GoodFuels has announced a sudden departure from supply marine biofuel in Singapore, effective immediately, while its head of Asia Pacific will step down. FincoEnergies made the decision to stop shipments as of Nov. 6 while focusing on Europe and supplies from the ARA ports, based in Amsterdam. Outside of […]
