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Aderco achieves B Corp certification, marking sustainability credentials

Firm says certification will serve as a cornerstone in its strategy to drive positive environmental and social impact, while setting a new standard of excellence within the fuel treatment industry.

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Aderco achieves B Corp certification, marking sustainability credentials

Fuel treatment technology specialist Aderco Group on Monday (30 September) announced its official certification as a B Corporation (B Corp), joining a global community of businesses meeting the high standards of social and environmental impact.

The firm said the significant milestone reflected Aderco’s unwavering commitment to sustainability, diversity, and ethical business practices.

Since its founding in 1981, the company has pioneered fuel treatment solutions that are 100% vegetal-based – an innovation that no other company in the industry has achieved.

Headquartered in Switzerland, with four additional offices in Belgium, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and India, Aderco has aimed to be divergent, building a business model centred around positive social and environmental impact.

The B Corp certification reaffirms the values that have guided the company from the beginning and validates Aderco’s belief that businesses should be a force for good.

“At Aderco, being different has always been at the heart of what we do,” said Olivier Baiwir, Chief Executive Officer of Aderco.

“We’ve been committed to social and environmental impact since day one. This B Corp certification not only validates what we’ve believed in for over 40 years but also reaffirms that Aderco is leading the way in our industry. No one else is doing what we’re doing—and that makes us extremely proud.”

What is B Corp Certification?

The B Corp certification is a rigorous assessment that measures a company’s social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. It recognises businesses that go beyond profit, using their platform to benefit workers, customers, communities, and the environment.

Key Facts: B Corp Certification:

Aderco scored 83.3 points on the B Impact Assessment, exceeding the minimum requirement of 80 points for certification. More than 9,000 companies across 160 industries in over 100 countries have achieved B Corp certification.
The certification assesses businesses in five key areas: Governance, Workers, Community, Environment, and Customers. Aderco’s detailed scores are available here.
B Corp certification applies to Aderco’s global operations, demonstrating the company’s commitment to social and environmental responsibility across all regions.

Being in an industry often associated with environmental challenges, Aderco’s B Corp certification sets a new standard for what can be achieved through innovation and responsible business practices.

“This certification signals to our stakeholders and the wider community that we are committed to going beyond profit, aiming to create a positive impact on people and the planet,” it said.

“This achievement is indeed a testament to our ongoing commitment to create a positive impact not only within our industry but also on the planet, as well as society at large,” said Gérald Baiwir, Head of Environment at Aderco.

“As a B Corp, we are proud to join a global community of businesses that are leading the way in using business as a force for good.”“Our B Corp certification isn’t just an accolade – it’s a reflection of the values we’ve held for over four decades. It confirms what we’ve always believed in, namely, business must make a positive difference.”

As the only fuel treatment provider offering 100% vegetal-based solutions, this achievement affirmed Aderco’s pioneering role in the industry and its ongoing drive to positively impact society and the environment.

“This milestone confirms what we’ve always known – that business can and should be a catalyst for positive change,” added Olivier Baiwir.

As Aderco continues to expand its global presence, this certification will serve as a cornerstone in its strategy to drive positive environmental and social impact, while setting a new standard of excellence within the fuel treatment industry.

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Published: 1 October, 2024

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During the period of 15 April to 15 July 2026, Maritec-Naias tested multiple fuel oil bunker samples from vessels that took fuel/bunkered in Malaysia ports, which indicated the presence of high levels chemical compounds.

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Regulatory Implications:

Due to the high levels of these chemical compounds the fuel does not meet the general requirement and is considered as off-spec fuel as per clause 5 of ISO8217 and MARPOL Annex VI regulation 18, which states:

“The fuels shall be homogeneous blends of hydrocarbons derived from petroleum refining. This shall not preclude the incorporation of small amounts of additives intended to improve some aspects of performance. The fuels shall be free from inorganic acids and from used lubricating oils. The fuel should not include any added substance or chemical waste which,

a) jeopardizes the safety of ships or adversely affects the performance of the machinery; or
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c) contributes overall to additional air pollution.”

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Closely observe the vessel fuel system/s for signs of filter clogging and purifier sludging and additionally, increase vigilance on the centrifuges to monitor overloading.
Increase frequency of their de-sludging cycle depending on the accumulated sludge.
Possibly reduce the mean time between bowl cleaning of the purifier and fuel system filters.
Avoid blending with other fuels, in particular marine diesel and gas oil and also other fuel oil as such mixing may well increase the sediment problem.
Opt for Maritec-Naias’s highly cost-effective Marine Fuel Testing Programme (MFTP) PLUS testing for all residual bunker fuel. This package includes routine ISO 8217 Testing, targeted GC-MS screening for 38 high-risk compounds relevant to ship operations & P-value Stability Testing – providing crucial pre-burn protection against fouled purifiers, blocked injectors & engine failure.

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The meeting is being held for the purpose of having an account laid before the meeting showing the manner in which the winding up has been conducted and the property of the company disposed of, and of hearing any explanation that may be given by the liquidators.

It is also held to consent to the release of the liquidators upon the dissolution of the company and thereby discharge them from all liabilities in respect of any act done or default made by them in the administration of the affairs of the company.

The following are the details of the liquidator:

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Several resolutions for Portunus Shipping Pte Ltd were made during an extraordinary meeting held on 31 July, according to a post in the Government Gazette on Friday (7 August).

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AS SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS

That the Company be wound up voluntarily pursuant to Section 160(1) of the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act 2018 (the “Act”).
That Lau Chin Huat and Yeo Boon Keong, as the Joint and Several Liquidators, be and are hereby authorised to divide among the contributory in cash or in specie the whole or any part of the assets of the company.
That the Joint and Several Liquidators be at the liberty to exercise all or any of the powers conferred on themselves pursuant to the Act.

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That Lau Chin Huat and Yeo Boon Keong, of 50 Havelock Road, #02-767, Singapore 160050 be appointed as the Joint and Several Liquidators for the purpose of winding up the company.
That the remuneration and winding up disbursements of the Joint and Several Liquidators be fixed on a time basis at rates as agreed in the engagement letter.
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The liquidators can be contacted at the following address:

Yeo Boon Keong
Joint and Several Liquidators
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50 Havelock Road, #02-767, Singapore 160050
Tel: 6561 0398 Fax: 6222 1855
Email: [email protected]