Alternative Fuels

Quadrise Fuels unveils sustainable alternative to heavy fuel oil with 20% lower emissions

BioMSAR® offers similar CO2 emissions reductions as using LNG while using existing low-cost HFO infrastructure, and does not contain methane, it said.

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6 years ago

December 16, 2020

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Emulsion bunker producer Quadrise Fuels International plc (QFI) on Tuesday (15 December) launched a new sustainable fuel product “bioMSAR®”- a synthetic alternative to heavy fuel oil (HFO).

The product is an outcome of the company’s successful research, development and innovation activities carried out throughout 2020.

Quadrise shared the following bioMSAR® fuel highlights:

bioMSAR® is a synthetic alternative to HFO with significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
bioMSAR® utilises MSAR® technology to combine renewable glycerol with water and refinery residues to produce an oil-in-water emulsified synthetic HFO.
The primary benefits of bioMSAR® over HFO are lower emissions, including 20-30% less carbon dioxide (CO2), lower NOx and lower particulates.
Glycerol is a benign chemical that’s colourless, odourless, water soluble, non-volatile and bio-degradable.
As a fuel, glycerol has excellent lubricity, it burns almost pollutant-free and is virtually carbon neutral.
bioMSAR® offers similar CO2 emissions reductions as using LNG in place of HFO. LNG however requires expensive cryogenic storage and liquefaction systems, with the potential risk of methane slip during use that materially impacts potential greenhouse gas reductions. bioMSAR® fuel utilises existing low-cost HFO infrastructure and systems, and does not contain methane.
Production of bioMSAR® utilises the same proven MSAR® technology that produces oil-in-water emulsion fuel oil to reduce energy costs for consumers and improve refinery profitability and yields.
bioMSAR® is fully compatible and interchangeable with conventional MSAR® fuel.
A new patent has been filed in the UK jointly with Quadrise’s intellectual property partner Nouryon Surface Chemistry AB.

Having completed successful laboratory and pilot-scale testing of bioMSAR® Quadrise said it is now working with industry partners to test bioMSAR® in both diesel engine and combustion applications.

Whilst remaining subject to subsequent larger scale studies, the company considers that bioMSAR® has the ability to fundamentally enhance the environmental and sustainability credentials of MSAR® and, in time, to increase the market opportunity for Quadrise.

“The development and launch of bioMSAR® is a real success story for the company. Having planned a roadmap for a sustainable fuel product earlier in the year, the innovative Quadrise team has made outstanding progress in bringing our glycerol-based biofuel from concept to market in such a short time, including the filing of a new joint patent application with Nouryon,” said Jason Miles, Chief Executive Officer.

“Our original target for bioMSAR® was a 10-20% reduction in CO2 compared with heavy fuel oil, however 20-30% has been achieved already which compares favourably with LNG, albeit at a much lower cost for conversion.

The inherent stability of our water-based fuel technology lends itself well to future biofuel applications to provide a simple and sustainable pathway to decarbonisation.”

Photo credit: Quadrise Fuels International
Published: 16 December, 2020

LNG Bunkering

Singapore: Eastern Pacific Shipping hits 700 LNG bunkering milestone

Since commencing LNG bunkering operations in November 2020, the company said it has completed a total LNG bunkering volume of 2,920,191 cubic metres.

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August 18, 2026

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Singapore: Eastern Pacific Shipping hits 700 LNG bunkering milestone

Singapore-based shipping firm Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) on Monday (17 August) said the company has successfully completed its 700th LNG bunkering operation, carried out for vehicle carrier Lake Victoria in Emden, Germany.

Since commencing LNG bunkering operations in November 2020, the company said it has completed a total LNG bunkering volume of 2,920,191 cubic metres (m3).

“Reaching 700 LNG bunkering operations reflects not only the scale of our investment in alternative-fuel capabilities, but also the experience, coordination and commitment of our teams at sea and ashore,” EPS said in a social media post.

“As we continue to grow and diversify our fleet, every operation adds to the practical experience needed to support shipping’s energy transition.”

Manifold Times previously reported the company completed a total of 530 LNG bunkering operations with over 2.4 million m3 of LNG bunkered, from the start of recorded data to 31 Dec 2025.

In its 2026 ESG Report, EPS said its fleet is among the largest dual-fuel fleets in the industry, with over 170 vessels designed to operate on alternative fuels.

In 2025, 25% of the fuel consumed by EPS fleet were alternative marine fuels, including LNG, LPG, ethane, and biofuels.

Photo credit: Eastern Pacific Shipping
Published: 18 August, 2026

LNG Bunkering

Yang Ming dual-fuel vessel completes first SIMOPS LNG bunkering operation in Shanghai

“YM Willpower” successfully received around 2,000 mt of LNG alongside active cargo handling, significantly enhancing operational efficiency during the port call.

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21 hours ago

August 18, 2026

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Yang Ming dual-fuel vessel completes first SIMOPS LNG bunkering operation in Shanghai

Taiwanese shipping firm Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation (Yang Ming) on Monday (17 August) said its 15,500 TEU LNG dual-fuel vessel, YM Willpower, successfully completed its first-ever LNG bunkering operation via SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations) at the Port of Shanghai.

Through close collaboration with Shanghai International Port (Group) and SIPG Energy Shanghai, the vessel successfully received around 2,000 metric tonnes (mt) of LNG alongside active cargo handling, significantly enhancing operational efficiency during the port call.

With LNG dual-fuel technology, the company said it is continuing to expand alternative-fuel bunkering capabilities, enhance operational flexibility and efficiency and advance lower-carbon shipping solutions.

Manifold Times previously reported YM Willpower completing its first bunkering operation in Singapore.

In 2026, Yang Ming will progressively introduce newly built 15,500 TEU class container vessels primarily fueled by liquefied natural gas (LNG) into its operating fleet.

The lead vessel, YM Willpower, completed partial LNG bunkering at the shipyard prior to delivery and was officially deployed on 8 February into Yang Ming’s Far East–Mediterranean MD2 service.

Photo credit: Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation
Published: 18 August, 2026

Methanol

Fratelli Cosulich launches methanol-ready bunker tanker in China

Designed with MarineLINE-coated cargo tanks and methanol readiness from the outset, “Carlotta Cosulich” combines operational flexibility with future-fuel readiness.

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21 hours ago

August 18, 2026

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Fratelli Cosulich launches methanol-ready bunker tanker in China

Genoa-based marine fuel supplier Fratelli Cosulich on Monday (17 August) announced the launch of its new methanol-ready bunker IMO II tanker, Carlotta Cosulich.

The launch of Carlotta Cosulich, the third of four sister vessels, took place at Taizhou Maple Leaf Shipyard in China, bringing together the project team, partners and stakeholders.

Silvia Bordon, General Manager, served as the vessel’s godmother during the ceremony.

“Designed with MarineLINE-coated cargo tanks and methanol readiness from the outset, Carlotta Cosulich combines operational flexibility with future-fuel readiness,” the company said in a statement.

Equipped with a five-tonne cargo crane and dedicated arrangements for Single Point Mooring (SPM) operations further enhances her versatility across a wider range of bunkering operations.

“Following the successful delivery of her two sister vessels, she brings us one step closer to completing this four-vessel programme and reinforces Fratelli Cosulich Group’s commitment to safety, innovation, sustainability and operational excellence,” the company added.

Photo credit: Fratelli Cosulich
Published: 18 August, 2026