Marine energy and lubricants physical supplier and trader Verde Marine Energy (VME) on Tuesday (23 June) announced that the company has completed its first physical bunkering of B100 Advanced FAME in the ARA market, delivering up to 90% GHG reduction.
This milestone moves the company from RED III preparation to the active supply of certified sustainable marine biofuels to sea-going vessels.
The delivery to the Beautriton, a vessel owned by Vertom and operated and managed by Vertraco and ECL, strengthens the Vertom Group’s internal decarbonisation pathway and supports compliance with EU ETS, FuelEU Maritime and RED III requirements, while creating new opportunities for sustainable maritime operations.
For this supply, VME partnered with Sunoil Biodiesel Sunoil Bio Fuels B.V. and IJsselland Bio Fuels B.V. to load B100 at the Standic terminal in Dordrecht.
The company confirmed that it is ready to supply EN14214- and ISO-compliant B100 by barge and truck across the ARA market using our own logistics, with full certification and documentation to support shipowners’ decarbonisation plans.
“This first physical biofuel supply is a key step for Verde Marine Energy,” said Joe Tierney, Director / Head of Trading.
“By supplying B100 ourselves, we strengthen our role as a marine fuel supplier and create a practical route for shipowners to access sustainable bunker fuels.”
“From a RED III compliance perspective, this shifts VME from preparation to execution,” added Christian Sterken, Sustainability Specialist.
“We are building the operational and compliance foundations for a long-term renewable fuel strategy.”
Photo credit: Verde Marine Energy
Published: 24 June, 2026
