In Thailand, The Nation reported that the Japanese transport ministry plans to create a system that would pass on part of the sustainable aviation fuel costs to air travellers. Based on discussions by a panel of relevant experts, the ministry plans to map out an outline of the system by this summer and implement it […]
In Denmark, Topsoe has been selected by Abundia Global Impact Group, a low-carbon energy solutions company focused on converting plastic and biomass waste into high-value low-carbon fuels and chemicals, to deliver its HydroFlex technology for multiple plastic waste-to-fuel facilities in North America. Topsoe’s technology will enable the production of renewable fuels and chemicals from plastic […]
In Vietnam, Vietnam Investment Review reported that Covation Biomaterials, a biomaterials company with advanced technology in the bio-based materials industry, announced that its first commercial plant for the C4 product platform, including bioTHF and bio-based polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG), achieved mechanical completion in April 2026. In addition, CovationBio said it has now launched the Xatryx […]
In the UK, GasWorld reported that Linde subsidiary White Martins has brought a 5MW green hydrogen plant online, adjacent to an industrial gas facility in Brazil. The pressurized alkaline electrolyzer facility in Jacareí, São Paulo, will supply green hydrogen for a local glass manufacturer and sectors including metallurgy, chemicals, and food. It has been built […]
In Kazakhstan, Kazinform International News Agency reported that construction has begun in the capital of the country on the first phase of the Ecopark Energy of Astana project, a $180 million initiative designed to utilize solid household waste for electricity generation. Once operational, this initial phase will process at least 1,500 tons of waste per […]
In the UK, Fuel Cells Works reported that Hydrogen Utopia International, a company transforming non-recyclable waste plastic into hydrogen, clean fuels and advanced materials, announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, Hydrogen Utopia International KSA has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with RECYCLEE, a Saudi Arabia-based company operating a technology-enabled waste management and recycling platform, […]
In the UK, ReFuels N.V. has through CNG Fuels signed a long-term agreement with Marks & Spencer (M&S) to provide Mobile Refuelling Stations (MRS) at UK distribution centres. The stations, owned and operated by CNG Fuels (40% owned by ReFuels), will support M&S’ continued expansion of its biomethane-powered HGV fleet. Today, M&S operates more than […]
In Washington, National Energy & Fuels Institute (NEFI) applauds the ASTM revision of the specification for fuel oils, ASTM D396, to include grades for fuel blends containing 21% to 50% biodiesel. For retail heating fuel dealers across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and beyond, this is a transformational development. ASTM D396-26a will support equipment compatibility, reliable cold-weather […]
In Spain, the TECHNALIA applied research and technological development center has developed and patented a millichannel reactor that allows to directly obtain synthetic natural gas from biogas, through the conversion of the CO2 it contains. This system improves the overall efficiency of the upgrading process, achieving a methane concentration at the output of more than […]
In Brazil, Wilson Sons initiated a pioneering biofuel test on tugboats last week at Ferroport’s iron ore shipping terminal in Porto do Açu, located in São João da Barra, northern Rio de Janeiro. The refueling utilized Be8 BeVant®, developed and patented by Be8, on the tugboat WS Rosalvo, with an expected reduction of up to […]
