Biofuels producer PRIO on Wednesday (19 March) said it carried out Eco Bunkers B30 fuel deliveries to shipping company Briese Chartering in collaboration with its partner UFS Unites Fuel Services this month.

On 3 March, PRIO supplied the biofuel to cargo vessel BBC Lisbon at the Port of Aveiro and to another cargo vessel, ANNA, at the Port of Leixões on 18 March. 

“With these two Eco Bunkers B30 deliveries, a product containing 30% renewable raw materials, PRIO enabled Briese Chartering to reduce around 60 tons of CO2 in just two port calls in Portugal,” it said in a social media post. 

“Produced at PRIO’s Aveiro plant, biodiesel has the potential to reduce GHG emissions by approximately 88% compared to fossil fuels.”

“PRIO has been demonstrating its commitment to decarbonising the maritime sector by supplying more sustainable products, ranging from 1% to 100% renewable content.”

Manifold Times previously reported PRIO launching its ECO Bunkers B30 biofuel in partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings and World Fuel Services.

PRIO previously launched ECO Bunkers B15, a green fuel for ships with 15% biodiesel and the company then launched a 20% biofuel blend, ECO Bunkers E20. 

Related: PRIO launches new 30% advanced biofuel bunker blend, made from waste feedstocks

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Published: 20 March, 2025

The Oman Maritime, Ports and Energy Forum (OMPEF) is set to showcase the Sultanate of Oman’s expanding capabilities in ports, energy, shipping, maritime logistics, and bunkering. 

The event is designed to highlight how Oman’s maritime-related industries are capitalising on shifting global trade flows, driving innovation, and positioning the region at the forefront of the energy transition.

The event will be held from 28 to 30 April at Muscat in Oman. 

Event Programme Highlights

According to the OMPEF Programme, delegates can look forward to:

• Keynotes and Panel Discussions: Government and industry leaders share insights on new market prospects, regulatory developments, and collaborative strategies to strengthen Oman’s role in global maritime trade.
• Technological Advancements: Focus on digitisation and operational efficiencies, including automation, data analytics, and AI-driven solutions to reduce costs and enhance competitiveness.
• Bunkering and Energy Transition: Experts explore the latest in conventional and alternative fuels, including LNG and biofuels, along with updates on Oman’s bunkering infrastructure.
• Infrastructure and Port Developments: Updates on expansions and modernisation efforts at key Omani ports - enabling higher throughput, improved logistics, and more seamless supply chain connections.
• Networking Opportunities: Exclusive gatherings designed to foster international partnerships, expand professional networks, and encourage the exchange of innovative ideas.

Note: Additional information or programme updates can be found at the official event website here or email [email protected].

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Published: 20 March, 2025

Global bunker supplier Dan-Bunkering on Tuesday (18 March) said it has completed the arrangement of Union Bulk’s first ever bunkering of biofuel in Singapore. 

The delivery was coordinated by Dan-Bunkering and executed via a ship-to-ship (STS) operation delivering 300 metric tonnes (mt) of bio residual marine fuel (B24 VLSFO) to Union Bulk’s vessel Blue Union Alpha on 9 March. 

“Dan-Bunkering’s strength, in a case like this, comes from having spent a great amount time and resources in putting the necessary framework and biofuel supply team together, to support a first-time buyer like, in this case, Union Bulk. When we were called upon by Union Bulk for this task, we could jump into action immediately, schedule the delivery, and completed the ordering process with just a day’s notice,” said Michel Dominique Thomsen, Commercial Director at Dan-Bunkering.

Loading the B24 VLSFO will allow the Blue Union Alpha to complete its voyage to Europe while complying with the EU’s regulatory frameworks of ETS and FuelEU Maritime.

“Before setting out on the voyage from Singapore to EU, adding B24 VLSFO was vital for us to meet emissions requirements imposed by the EU. And having both fuel quality, paperwork, and delivery in place and in time for an operation with short notice, we called Dan-Bunkering,” said Thomas Nielsen, Operations Director and Parter at Union Bulk.

“This being our first biofuel bunkering operation, we went above and beyond with 300 MT, easily sufficing the journey’s needs. But this was to get experience and prove the feasibility of the operation, and it was a good experience for us both commercially and operationally. Bunkering biofuel, as is turns out, isn’t much different than regular marine fuels; but being new territory for us, we are pleased to have worked with Dan-Bunkering on this operation and have them warrant that it was done in correct manner.”

One of easiest ways to go about meeting the FuelEU requirements is to use a drop-in fuel like biofuel to lower the emissions. For a ship like the Union Blue Alpha, adding 300 mt of B24 VLSFO may result in CO2 emissions savings of about 79 tonnes of CO2 and a reduction in GHG Intensity compared to conventional fuels.

Photo credit: Dan-Bunkering
Published: 19 March, 2025