Chimbusco Pan Nation Completes First B30 Marine Gasoil Delivery in Hong Kong

Chimbusco Pan Nation (CPN) has achieved a regional milestone with the successful delivery of B30 Marine Gasoil (B30 MGO) in Hong Kong. The fuel blend, which contains 30 percent biodiesel and 70 percent conventional marine gasoil, was supplied to Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) on 11 July 2025. This marks the first time OOCL has

Swire Shipping Launches ‘Voyage to Zero’ to Help Customers Cut Scope 3 Emissions Swire

Shipping has introduced Voyage to Zero, a carbon insetting programme aimed at helping freight customers reduce their Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions. The initiative enables customers to claim emissions savings generated from second-generation biofuels used across the company’s fleet, regardless of whether their cargo was transported on a specific vessel. The programme was officially launched

Pinnacle Marine Launches B100-Powered President 100 for Biofuel Trials

Singapore’s Pinnacle Marine (Singapore) Pte Ltd has launched its 50th vessel, President 100, which will commence 1,000 hours of real-time trials to assess the viability and performance of B100 biodiesel in marine applications. Operated by Prestige Ocean Pte Ltd, the vessel will gather data on emissions, fuel behaviour, and operational performance while running entirely on

FIMI and Deloitte Release Report on Cleaner Vehicle Adoption in Indian Mining Sector

At the recently held Sustainable Mining Summit in Bhubaneswar, the Federation of Indian Mineral Industries (FIMI) unveiled a comprehensive report titled “Study on Adoption of Cleaner Vehicles for Indian Mining Industry”. Developed in collaboration with Deloitte, the report outlines a strategic roadmap for transitioning to cleaner fuel-based vehicles in the mining sector. The report was

BIMCO drafts new clause to support biofuel use in time charters

BIMCO has launched a new subcommittee to develop a Biofuel Clause for Time Charter Parties, marking a proactive step toward addressing the legal and operational challenges posed by the growing use of biofuels in shipping.  With regulatory frameworks like the EU ETS, FuelEU Maritime, and the upcoming IMO Net-zero Framework measures reshaping fuel strategies, biofuels

Moeve to Supply 40,000 Tons of 2G Marine Biofuel to Grupo Armas Trasmediterránea in Canary Islands

Moeve has signed a strategic long-term agreement with Grupo Armas Trasmediterránea to deliver up to 40,000 tons of second-generation (2G) marine biofuel through December 2025 in the Canary Islands. The deal, Moeve’s largest biofuel contract to date and its first in the archipelago, includes the option to extend supply into 2026. This agreement strengthens Moeve’s

NORDEN Adds Two More Fuel-Efficient MPP Vessels to Growing Fleet

NORDEN has confirmed agreements for two additional 17,500 deadweight tonnage (dwt) multipurpose (MPP) vessels, expanding its fleet dedicated to the Projects & Parcelling segment. The vessels, secured through long-term leases with purchase options, are scheduled for delivery in 2026 and 2027. This development follows the recent addition of two similar MPP vessels and forms part

SK Incheon Petrochem Launches South Korea’s First B30 Biofuel Marine Fuel to Support Maritime Decarbonisation

In a significant move towards cleaner maritime operations, SK Incheon Petrochem has introduced South Korea’s first B30 biofuel-based marine fuel, aligning with global efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions in the shipping sector. The company began supplying the B30 fuel on April 26, marking a milestone in its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. The newly

Celestyal Discovery becomes first ship in Greece to use biofuel for sustainable cruising

Celestyal Discovery has become the first vessel to operate on a marine biofuel blend in Greek waters, marking a significant step toward sustainability in the cruise industry. The ship was refueled at the Port of Lavrion, with the refueling conducted by Coral Marine Products SA, a subsidiary of the Motor Oil Group, in collaboration with

Biofuels at the forefront: Ulsan port’s vision for a sustainable future

The Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) has announced plans to position Ulsan Port as a major biofuel supply hub in Northeast Asia, as part of its strategy to support the global maritime sector’s transition to cleaner energy. During a recent biofuel forum held in Seoul, UPA Director Byeong-gu Kim outlined the port’s roadmap for promoting marine