Category: Fuels

University of Arkansas biofuel startup wins $20,000 at national competition

University of Arkansas biofuel startup wins $20,000 at national competition

May 26, 2024 |

In Arkansas, The University of Arkansas (U of A) reported that a U of A startup focused on creating alternative fuels was one of three national winners at a pitch competition organized by the U.S. Department of Energy.  ProPika, which uses its patented technology to process cellulose so fuel producers can transform billions of tons […]

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Everfuel announces opening of first hydrogen bus depot in Germany

Everfuel announces opening of first hydrogen bus depot in Germany

May 26, 2024 |

In Denmark, Everfuel announced the opening of the hydrogen refueling station at the Frankfurt municipal bus company In-der-City-Bus’ (ICB) bus depot in Germany. The depot station is owned by the bus operator ICB and will service 23 zero emission fuel cell buses used for daily city and municipal public transportation, the company said. Everfuel developed […]

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Norden concludes first B100 biofuel bunkering in Singapore

Norden concludes first B100 biofuel bunkering in Singapore

May 26, 2024 |

In The Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Danish shipping company Norden has completed the 100% biofuel (B100) bunkering in Singapore. According to Norden, the operation marked the first ever B100 bunkering in Singapore. Norden was commissioned by Japan-based trading company ITOCHU Corporation to conduct the B100 biofuel bunkering, following the trial of a B24/VLSFO blend […]

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HealthTech Bioactives partners with Abolis for biobased production of high-value polyphenols

HealthTech Bioactives partners with Abolis for biobased production of high-value polyphenols

May 26, 2024 |

In France, Abolis said that HealthTech Bioactives (HTBA) said it has chosen the company as a partner to develop strains to produce valuable polyphenols. The initial phase of the partnership will focus on developing two high-value molecules with limited sourcing availability. Up to eight additional molecules will be added to the development pipeline. This strategic […]

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and NGK to develop membrane dehydration systems for bioethanol and e-methanol

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and NGK to develop membrane dehydration systems for bioethanol and e-methanol

May 26, 2024 |

In Japan, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and NGK INSULATOR (NGK) said they will jointly develop two membrane dehydration systems to realize of low cost and to optimize efficiency of manufacturing processes for bioethanol and e-methanol to meet expected demand growth for clean fuels and raw materials. In this project, MHI and NGK will begin developing […]

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Bangchak expects revenue increase via biofuels business

Bangchak expects revenue increase via biofuels business

May 26, 2024 |

In Thailand, The Bangkok Post reported that BBGI, the biotechnology arm of energy conglomerate Bangchak Corporation Plc, expects a significant increase in revenue driven by key businesses such as biofuels that have a promising business outlook following Bangchak’s takeover of Esso Thailand. The gasohol and biodiesel business alone should increase revenue by 30% this year, […]

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Vestas to pilot using SAF at its Baltic Eagle Wind Farm in the Baltic Sea

Vestas to pilot using SAF at its Baltic Eagle Wind Farm in the Baltic Sea

May 23, 2024 |

In Denmark, Vestas will pilot Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the Baltic Eagle Wind Farm in the Baltic Sea during 2024. The pilot project entails Vestas technicians and jack-up vessel crew using helicopters partly powered by SAF to transport themselves to and from the Baltic Eagle wind farm during the construction phase of 50 offshore […]

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Verbio starts construction to convert South Bend ethanol plant into biorefinery

Verbio starts construction to convert South Bend ethanol plant into biorefinery

May 23, 2024 |

In Indiana, Verbio started construction to convert its South Bend ethanol plant into the second integrated biorefinery plant in North America. Members of Verbio management and public officials gathered this morning in South Bend to hold a groundbreaking ceremony for this next milestone. The facility will incorporate both the production of renewable natural gas (RNG) […]

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Reconciliation Energy Transition and Sumitomo to develop Canadian carbon sequstration hub

Reconciliation Energy Transition and Sumitomo to develop Canadian carbon sequstration hub

May 23, 2024 |

In Canada, Reconciliation Energy Transition Inc. (“RETI”), and Sumitomo Corporation, through its subsidiary Ammolite Carbon Sequestration have entered into a Joint Development Agreement for the RETI East Calgary Region Carbon Transportation & Sequestration Hub project (“CTS Hub”) east of Calgary, Alberta. The RETI East Calgary Region Transportation & Sequestration Hub LP, a Limited Partnership established […]

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VECO to use HVO as part of its sustainability plans for Metallica EU tour

VECO to use HVO as part of its sustainability plans for Metallica EU tour

May 23, 2024 |

In Italy, IVECO is delivering on its partnership with the legendary Metallica for the European leg of the band’s M72 World Tour. As Metallica gears up to thrill fans across Europe, IVECO is ready to support the tour through eco-friendly transport solutions, trucker engagement initiatives and projects for giving back to the local communities. Ground […]

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