In Singapore, X-Press Feeders, Global Energy Trading Pte Ltd (GET), and PSA Singapore (PSA) said they have successfully completed the first simultaneous methanol bunkering and cargo operation (SIMOPS) in Singapore on May 27, 2024. The SIMOPS was conducted at the new Tuas Port with the support of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), […]
In the United Arab Emirates, AD Ports Group, Transmar and Orascom Construction have signed an MoU for the development of a green methanol storage and export facility in Egypt. The facility will be located in the Suez Canal area. The addition of a facility in this area will provide bunkering solutions for those mainliners who […]
In Finland, Neste said it welcomed the allowance of unrestricted sales of paraffinic diesel fuels according to the DIN EN 15940 fuel standard in Germany. The sales of unblended, 100% renewable diesel has previously only been allowed in specific segments, such as in non-road vehicles and public transportation, Neste said. The approval that has now […]
In South Korea, Aju Press reported that HD Hyundai Oilbank said its biofuel production technology was accredited with the International Sustainability & Carbon Certifications (ISCC), global standards for recycled and bio-based materials. The report noted that the Korean refiner affiliated with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has produced eco-friendly materials including sustainable aviation fuel and bio […]
In Sweden, Umea University reported that a recent research on the production of cement and quicklime showed that the use of renewable fuels in the process can reduce carbon dioxide emissions. The university noted that the production of cement and quicklime are energy demanding and causes high carbon dioxide emissions. This is because the fuel, […]
In Germany, Reuters reported that the German cabinet approved a bill to fast-track the construction of hydrogen infrastructure, import and production facilities in the country. The report noted that the Hydrogen Acceleration Law will give infrastructure an “overriding public interest” status, meaning authorities will prioritize it in the approval process. Permitting procedures will be simplified […]
In Germany, RWE said it is planning to build hydrogen-ready gas-fired power plants at the company’s power plant sites in Germany. Following Weisweiler in the Rhenish mining area, the company is now pressing ahead with plans for such a plant at a possible second site in Werne in the southern Münsterland region. An H2-ready combined-cycle […]
In Belgium, the European Commission has approved a project to support research, innovation and the first industrial deployment in the hydrogen value chain. The project contributes to the EU’s target of 90% reduction of emissions from the mobility and transport sectors, in order for the EU to become climate-neutral by 2050. By fostering the use […]
In France, McPhy Energy announced that Hytlantic and McPhy agreed to terminate their cooperation in the frame of the GreenH2Atlantic project. The decision follows an in-depth assessment of the activities performed and outcomes of the partnership between Hytlantic and McPhy over the past few years during project development, and the outlook for the progress of […]
In Canada, CBC reported that the British Columbia government says a $656 million project to create a network of hydrogen production plants and vehicle refueling stations will create nearly 300 jobs and cut greenhouse gas emissions in the province. The report noted that the Crown corporation Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is providing a $245 million […]
