In Brazil, Vast Infraestrutura and Be8 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at developing the biofuels market for the maritime sector at the Port of Açu, located in the northern part of the state of Rio de Janeiro. Today, the port is the second largest in the country in terms of vessel movement. In 2024, over 7,300 ships accessed Açu.
The addition of biodiesel to traditional marine fuels, such as marine gas oil (MGO) and very low sulfur fuel oil (VLSFO), also known as bunker, is one of the main alternatives for decarbonizing maritime transport, which is responsible for about 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The use of this blend does not require modifications to the vessels’ engines. In 2024, the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas, and Biofuels (ANP) authorized, for the first time, the commercialization of bunker with up to 24% biodiesel.
The agreement includes studies for Vast to provide the necessary infrastructure and connect Be8 to fuel distributors and customers at the Port of Açu to foster this new market. The MoU also includes studies to assess whether the Port of Açu could serve as an alternative for importing inputs used in the biodiesel production process, such as methanol, and as a new point for exporting and cabotaging the final product, addressing current logistical bottlenecks in the country.
Tags: Be8, Brazil, Vast Infraestrutur
Category: Fuels
