In France, despite all the efforts and discussions established over the last few months with major industrial players, Global Bioenergies says it has been unable to find strategic investors to finance the continuation of its business. At the date of Tuesday, the company has a gross cash position of 3.0 million euros. As a reminder, […]
In Brazil, Finnish biotech company Enifer has announced that its proprietary PEKILO fermentation technology will be deployed for the first time in Latin America in collaboration with FS, one of Brazil’s leading producers of ethanol. The project represents a significant step in the internationalization of PEKILO®Pet and PEKILO®Aqua production, marking the first time the process […]
In Sweden, NCL Nordland, the second in a pair of container ships designed to champion bio-methanol in low-carbon shipping, has now entered service, following the successful launch of its sister vessel Vestland. The latter confirmed that Berg Propulsion’s solution enhances efficiency across different energy sources. Owned by MPC Container Ships, these dual fuel 1300 TEU […]
In California, Federal Express Corporation recently announced an agreement with Neste, securing more than three million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for delivery at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the world’s largest express cargo airline. Through this agreement, FedEx has purchased blended fuel from Neste, to include a minimum of 30% neat […]
In California, T Bros Oil & Gas Co. announced the grand opening of its state-of-the-art bulk renewable diesel depot in Barstow, California, set for Summer 2025. This cutting-edge facility marks a transformative step for sustainable logistics and economic growth within the vital Southern California transportation corridor, reinforcing Barstow’s pivotal role in the region’s supply chain. […]
In Hawaii, a newly formed partnership between First Reserve, a leading private equity firm investing across energy, utility, and industrial markets, and funds managed by affiliates of Fortress Investment Group, a leading global investment manager, announced an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Island Energy Services, LLC, one of Hawaii’s leading integrated fuel logistics […]
In Iowa, Iowa Biodiesel Board and Iowa Soybean Association joined Pilot Travel Centers, PepsiCo and Optimus Technologies to celebrate the launch of a new B99 biodiesel pump for fleets at Pilot’s Des Moines travel center—one of only a few in the nation dispensing almost pure biodiesel to commercial trucking fleets. IBB and ISA contributed $25,000 […]
In the UK, sponge-like pellets may hold the key to preventing CO2 from entering the atmosphere, supporting future net zero ambitions, a new report from the University of Nottingham explains. Capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂) from industrial processes is a necessary step to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and minimise the severe impacts of climate change. The […]
In Washington, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports some environmentalists are worried about the bill U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar and U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall introduced in April that would protect the tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), created by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, and extend for another 10 years while prohibiting imported feedstocks from benefiting. […]
In Denmark, BlackCoral Energy and Biofuel Express announced a new joint venture aimed at delivering physical biofuel supplies to the maritime industry. The collaboration will initially focus on ports in Denmark, southern Norway, southern Sweden, northern Germany, and select other locations in Europe. This strategic partnership combines BlackCoral Energy’s strong foothold and network in the […]
