In the Netherlands, Paebbl announced the next phase of scaling up of its operations, with the successful launch of its demo plant, which has been operating continuously since late March 2025. The project was completed in just under 18 months. Paebbl’s proprietary technology converts captured CO₂ into future-proof materials, locking the carbon into a permanent, […]
In the Netherlands, FincoEnergies is partially acquiring the business operations of Oliehandel Klaas de Boer, a well-known player in marine fuel supply. This strategic move strengthens FincoEnergies’ position as a supplier of high-quality (bio)fuels and sustainable energy solutions in the Netherlands. This acquisition supports FincoEnergies’ strategic ambition to serve its customers in the transport sector […]
In the Netherlands, Mammoet will be implementing HVO fuel across the Netherlands, UK and Canada from Q2 2025. The move demonstrates that the company is leading the market in developing more sustainable ways of conducting heavy lifting and transport. Mammoet’s goal is to use HVO100 – which is made from 100% renewable raw materials – […]
In the Netherlands, FincoEnergies launched its FuelEU Pooling service, created for shipowners to enable FuelEU Maritime compliance in a cost-effective and operationally seamless way. FuelEU Maritime, effective from 1 January 2025, mandates the reduction of greenhouse gas intensity of energy used on board ships trading in the EU. Compliance can be complex and costly for […]
In the Netherlands, Neste has started producing SAF at its renewable products refinery in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The refinery has been modified to enable Neste to produce up to 500,000 tons of SAF per annum. As a result, Neste’s global SAF production capability has increased to 1.5 million tons (around 1.875 billion liters) per annum. […]
In the Netherlands, Dutch Queen consort Máxima visited two Uden worksites promoting biobased building materials made from Netherlands fiber crops. The March 26 visit included a housing development with energy-efficient roof panels, and a Barli housing factory where sustainable wooden homes are produced. “After a tour, there is a discussion with chain partners about the […]
In the Netherlands, Pioneer Point has acquired OG Clean Fuels B.V., a leading owner and operator of clean fuels filling stations, based in the Netherlands. OG is the second investment through Pioneer’s second institutional fund, Pioneer Infrastructure Partners II SCSp. OG has 325 filling station locations which offer compressed biomethane, liquefied biomethane, electric vehicle charging, […]
In the Netherlands, Photanol BV, a biotech company with CO2-to-chemical conversion, has filed for bankruptcy, citing difficulty raising funds. A key industrial partner exited joint venture talks with Photanol in December 2024 and the company has been unable to secure bridge funding. According to Silicon Canals, Photanol is shutting down at a critical moment, having recently […]
In the Netherlands, scientists at AkzoNobel have developed a new waterborne wood coating that features 20% biobased content without compromising on performance. Launched by the company’s Sikkens Wood Coatings business, RUBBOL WF 3350 is a sprayable opaque coating, “By utilizing bio-based raw materials, we’re not only helping to reduce our environmental impact, but also paving […]
In the Netherlands, cultivated meat company Meatable and animal-free leather producer Pelagen have partnered to improve the efficiency and scalability of producing skin tissue from animal cells. Specifically, the two companies will develop optimized media and processes to lower cost, enhance speed and efficiency, and increase quality of animal-free leather. The agreement marks a milestone […]
