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Norwegian firm Fuella secures key spot at Porto do Açu hydrogen hub in Brazil

Norwegian firm Fuella secures key spot at Porto do Açu hydrogen hub in Brazil

August 14, 2024 |

In The Netherlands, Offshore Energy reports Norwegian green hydrogen developer Fuella has secured a 1 million square meter site at Porto do Açu in Brazil to establish a facility capable of producing 400,000 tons of green ammonia annually. This marks Fuella’s first foray into Brazil, as part of a landmark agreement with Porto do Açu, […]

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Shipping industry proposes $2.5 billion annual GHG fee to achieve net zero by 2050

Shipping industry proposes $2.5 billion annual GHG fee to achieve net zero by 2050

August 14, 2024 |

In the UK, the International Chamber of Shipping , alongside the governments of the Bahamas and Liberia, proposed a comprehensive plan to the International Maritime Organization  including a $2.5 billion annual GHG Fee to drive the adoption of zero or near-zero GHG marine fuels and meet net zero shipping emissions by 2050. The fee would […]

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Wan Hai Lines orders 20 methanol dual-fuel containerships

Wan Hai Lines orders 20 methanol dual-fuel containerships

August 14, 2024 |

In the UK, The Loadstar reports Taiwanese carrier Wan Hai Lines has commissioned up to 20 methanol dual-fuel containerships, costing between $1.68 billion and $2.5 billion, in response to rising demand on the Far East-Middle East and India trades. The orders include twelve 8,000 TEU vessels from Taiwan’s CSBC Corp, with options for an additional […]

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TotalEnergies delivers first 100% biofuel bunker in Singapore

TotalEnergies delivers first 100% biofuel bunker in Singapore

August 14, 2024 |

In Singapore, TotalEnergies Marine Fuels delivered 700 metric tons of 100% Used Cooking Oil Methyl Ester in Singapore to Hyundai Glovis’ vessel, Glovis Cosmos. This is the first time TotalEnergies has supplied a biofuel bunker composed entirely of UCOME, a second-generation, waste-based fuel sourced in Southeast Asia and certified under the International Sustainability & Carbon […]

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Partnership to transform Risavika into a green ammonia hub

Partnership to transform Risavika into a green ammonia hub

August 14, 2024 |

In Norway, Iverson eFuels reports the Port of Risavika Norway is set to become a hub for green ammonia, potentially replacing over 102 million liters of diesel annually in maritime operations. By 2029, Iverson eFuels plans to produce 200,000 tons of green ammonia annually, which could render nearly 2,000 port calls at Risavika emission-free.  This […]

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NEOT extends Terntank deal, unveils new hybrid, methanol-ready fleet

NEOT extends Terntank deal, unveils new hybrid, methanol-ready fleet

August 14, 2024 |

In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reports Finnish fuel supply and distribution company NEOT has renewed its charter contracts with Terntank, extending agreements for six wind-assisted, methanol-ready vessels operating from NEOT/St1’s terminal in Gothenburg. This extension marks a continued partnership that began in 2013, with both companies committed to sustainability in maritime transport. NEOT, which became […]

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Volare drives innovation with ethanol hybrid minibus unveiled in Brazil

Volare drives innovation with ethanol hybrid minibus unveiled in Brazil

August 14, 2024 |

In Brazil, Camiones y Buses reports at LAT BUS 2024 in São Paulo, Volare, a division of Marcopolo, has unveiled its latest creation: the Attack 9 HVE ethanol hybrid minibus. Developed in collaboration with Horse and WEG, the vehicle marks a significant step forward in sustainable transport but will not hit the roads until 2026. […]

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Hexagon Agility bags $18.7 million RNG systems order for refuse fleet

Hexagon Agility bags $18.7 million RNG systems order for refuse fleet

August 14, 2024 |

In Norway Hexagon Agility, a part of Hexagon Composites, has clinched a substantial order worth $18.7 million to supply renewable natural gas fuel systems to a prominent North American refuse fleet with deliveries to begin in the third quarter of 2024. The move underscores a growing trend among heavy-duty vehicle fleets to adopt cleaner, sustainable […]

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Landwärme declares insolvency, blames biofuel market fraud

Landwärme declares insolvency, blames biofuel market fraud

August 14, 2024 |

In the UK, Argus Media reports Landwärme, a prominent German supplier of biomethane, has declared insolvency amidst a dramatic plunge in the prices of greenhouse gas emission reduction quotas. Opting for self-administration, akin to America’s Chapter 11, the company seeks to restructure under its own aegis while continuing operations. This decision stems from a market […]

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São Paulo ethanol protocol harvests eco success

São Paulo ethanol protocol harvests eco success

August 14, 2024 |

In Brazil, Jornal Cana reports the state of São Paulo’s bioenergy sector showed significant progress under the Greener Ethanol Protocol. including a complete cessation of pre-harvest burning in sugarcane fields and a 52% reduction in water use since 2010. The Greener Ethanol Protocol update was released during the 30th edition of Fenasucro & Agrocana by […]

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