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April 16, 2026
MOL and Shell launch book-and-claim scheme for marine biofuel emissions credits Japanese shipping firm partners with Shell to offer environmental attribute certificates from third-party vessel operations. |
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April 8, 2026
The emergence of B100 FAME in a volatile distillate market | Paul Hoather, VPS VPS UK Sales Manager provides recommendations following increased B100 usage due to price dynamics. |
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March 9, 2026
Biodiesel–MGO price spread narrows to $400–500/mt in Northwest Europe Bunker One says tighter spread creates opportunities for shipping companies pursuing decarbonisation targets. |
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March 9, 2026
Skuld reports engine damage from CNSL biofuel blends amid rising alternative fuel adoption Marine insurer details operational challenges with biofuels, including FAME, CNSL and UCOME across member vessels. |
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February 27, 2026
EMSA study examines biodiesel blend spill response as shipping adopts alternative fuels Research addresses knowledge gaps on biodiesel-conventional fuel blends as marine pollutants and response measures. |
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January 26, 2026
2025 Marine Fuel Review | Steve Bee, VPS VPS Group Marketing & Strategic Projects Director analyses fuel quality data from the past year. |
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January 20, 2026
Biodiesel cuts black carbon emissions by up to 81% in shipping trial Project CLEANSHIP submits real-world sailing data to IMO showing biodiesel's climate benefits for shipping. |
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January 19, 2026
Alternative fuel vessel orders maintain momentum despite softer 2025 market Lloyd's Register data shows 590 alternative-fuel vessels ordered in 2025, with LNG dominating. |
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December 8, 2025
From Regulation to Reality: Fuel Assessment Update of the Mediterranean Emission Control Area | Steve Bee, VPS |
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November 28, 2025
Marine fuel procurement becomes strategic imperative as regulatory pressures mount: LR Operators must adopt comprehensive fuel strategies amid supply constraints and compliance costs, says Lloyd's Register. |
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October 9, 2025
Burando Energies appoints new board to drive energy transition growth Rotterdam-based energy company forms four-member leadership team, including new CEO Ruben Blok. |
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September 22, 2025
NYK Line completes six-month biofuel trial with 'no technical issues' Project LOTUS demonstrates B24 biofuel maintains ISO standards during extended storage and operation. |
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July 1, 2025
New Gothenburg lease an opportunity to expand green portfolio: Inter Terminals Bunker terminal operator eyes tank conversion and construction projects for renewable products. |
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May 13, 2025
Petrobras confirms prompt availability of VLS B24 at Rio Grande Lead time for barge deliveries currently five days. |
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January 30, 2025
How to engineer and manage green shipping fuels | Stanley George, VPS Effective management strategies and insights for evolving fuel use. |
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January 29, 2025
Petrobras secures ISCC EU RED certification for B24 biofuel blend at Rio Grande Blend consisting of 24% FAME is said to have been rigorously tested to meet international standards. |
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October 2, 2024
Is your vessel fully protected from the dangers of poor-quality fuel? | Steve Bee, VPS Commercial Director highlights issues linked to purchasing fuel and testing quality against old marine fuel standards. |
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July 8, 2024
ISO 8217:2024 'a major step forward' | Steve Bee, VPS Revision of international marine fuel standard has addressed a number of the requirements associated with newer fuels, says Group Commercial Director. |
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April 24, 2024
Peninsula launches B100 bunker vessel in Barcelona Chemical tanker Aalborg capable of supplying up to 100% bio component. |
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January 16, 2024
ISO 8217 formula 'not suitable' for gauging FAME fuel energy content: VPS Accurate measurement can only be determined using calorimetry, says testing firm. |
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October 11, 2023
Rubis receives first biofuel delivery Collaboration between Cepsa and Glander International Bunkering in supply of FAME and fuel oil blend. |
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September 21, 2023
KPI OceanConnect and Uni-Tankers complete biofuel trial Particulate matter emissions reduced by up to 42% compared to LSMGO, results show. |
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May 26, 2023
ExxonMobil starts Hapag ARA biofuel deliveries Deal to supply B30 marine bio fuel oil with bio-component made from waste-based FAME. |
