In Singapore, the Maritime Energy & Sustainable Development Centre of Excellence (MESD) latest study evaluated B100 fuel storage stability, engine performance, emissions and operational readiness through controlled laboratory testing and sea trials involving a tugboat and a bunker tanker. The findings are highly encouraging: · Stable engine performance was maintained throughout the 200-hour sea trials, […]
In Brazil, ADM has successfully completed its first global B100 biofuel trial voyage onboard the MV Harvest Rain, a major step forward in our lower-carbon logistics journey. For 5 days off the coast of Brazil, teams worked together to test how 100% biofuel performs in real-world conditions, from storage and purification to engine performance and […]
In Malaysia, FGV Holdings Berhad has launched the next phase of its B100 Biodiesel (B100) pilot program, expanding the trial from vehicle applications to plantation operations to evaluate the technical performance and operational viability of locally produced palm oil-based biodiesel under real-world operating environments. The six-month pilot will be carried out at the Tun Abdul […]
In Maryland, Perdue Farms, in collaboration wwith the Maryland Soybean Board and Optimus Technologies, announced the deployment of six Volvo trucks powered by 100% biodiesel (B100) to transport fresh chicken. The renewable fuel powering these trucks is made from American‑grown soybeans, including soybeans sourced from within Perdue Farms’ farmer network, creating a direct connection between American agriculture, renewable […]
In Japan, NYK has commenced a one-year long-term trial involving the continuous use of 100% biofuel on an NYK-operated car carrier. The initiative is designed to evaluate the fuel’s effects on the vessel’s equipment and verify operational safety under real-world conditions. Through this effort, NYK seeks to accumulate technical expertise that will support the broader […]
In Malaysia, Bernama news agency reports the Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA) plans to begin implementing use of B100 as a way for the government to get used to the idea. Currently the country has a B10 mandate and is set to increase that to B15 with an intermediate step of B12. The country doesn’t […]
In Pennsylvania, Optimus Technologies, Inc. and Sunoil Biodiesel B.V. have entered into a commercial partnership to accelerate adoption of 100% biodiesel (B100) across heavy-duty fleets in the Netherlands. This partnership marks Optimus’ entrance into the European market and establishes a scalable model for pairing its advanced vehicle technology with reliable, waste-based fuel supply. By combining […]
In Brazil, Volvo has started 2026 by offering the option of using the B100 biofuel (Biodiesel 100%) in its urban chassis B320R. Another novelty is the brand’s qualification in Pro-Transport, a federal government program that gives access to resources with lower interest for the acquisition of urban buses. “As with electric alternatives, chassis with biofuel […]
In Denmark, Danish measurements during real sailing document significant climate gain from the use of biofuel and the results have now been sent to the UN’s maritime organisation. Soot particles – also called black carbon – are among the most harmful emissions from shipping, both for the climate, where they contribute to global warming and […]
In Singapore, Pinnacle Marine celebrated the successful completion of the 1,000-hour sea trial of President 100, operated by Prestige Ocean Pte Ltd, the first of its kind vessel powered entirely by 100% biodiesel made from renewable feedstock. Across 1,000 operational hours, the trial demonstrated that carbon neutral biofuels are not a distant ambition, but a […]
