Burando Energies on Thursday (16 January) announced it successfully delivered ISCC-certified biofuel to Heerema’s Anchor Handling Tug MV Bylgia at the Port of Rotterdam.

The delivered B30 biofuel blend, derived from renewable feedstocks, will help reduce carbon emissions by an estimated 25% (well-to-wake)—an impactful move in Heerema’s ongoing commitment to sustainability.

“This delivery not only reflects our commitment to offering sustainable energy solutions but also strengthens our partnership with Heerema in their green ambitions,” said Duncan Huisman, Sustainable Bunker Trader at Burando Energies. 

“We are proud to contribute to initiatives that prioritise the well-being of our planet and future generations.”

Burando Energies said it will continue to focus on innovation and sustainability, striving to provide energy solutions that drive both environmental progress and business success.

Photo credit: Burando Energies
Published: 17 January, 2025

India-based green hydrogen and ammonia producer AM Green on Monday (13 January) said it has partnered with global logistics group DP World to create a sustainable supply chain for green fuels and chemicals. 

This collaboration will significantly enhance global decarbonisation efforts by enabling seamless exports to key consumption markets.

Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), signed in December, DP World and AM Green will jointly develop logistics and storage infrastructure to facilitate the global export of 1 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of green ammonia and 1 MTPA of green methanol. 

This includes:

• Developing port infrastructure across AM Green Net-Zero Industrial Clusters to facilitate global exports,
• Developing bunkering infrastructure across Dubai, India, and Southeast Asia for green ammonia and methanol supplied from AM Green plants,
• Establishing strategic terminal infrastructure across the European Union, Far East, and UAE to provide the required zero carbon supply chain to support their transition to a low carbon economy.

AM Green is developing multiple projects across India, using renewable energy sources, including solar, wind and hydroelectric power, to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), green ammonia, green hydrogen, chemicals and biofuels. It has an ambitious target of 5 MTPA of production capacity by 2030, that will make a significant contribution to India's net-zero targets and global decarbonization goals. The company has already taken a final investment decision for a 1 MTPA Green Ammonia plan in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh on India's eastern coast.

Mahesh Kolli, Founder, Greenko Group & AM Green, stated: “We are committed to contributing to India's ambition of emerging as a green energy exporter and we are excited to partner with DP World to build a world-class infrastructure for the global movement of green molecules.”

“This strategic partnership will enable us to efficiently export green Ammonia, green methanol, and other sustainable fuels, enhancing the global green supply chain and supporting the global shift to a low-carbon economy.”

Yuvraj Narayan, Group Deputy CEO and CFO, DP World Group, said: “DP World aims to be essential to the future of global trade, ensuring everything it does has a long-lasting positive impact on economies and societies.”

“As part of our commitment to driving sustainable supply chains, partnering with AM Green allows us to harness our expertise in logistics and infrastructure to facilitate the global distribution of clean fuels and chemical products. Together, we aim to play a pivotal role in enabling a low-carbon economy and advancing global sustainability goals.”

Photo credit: AM Green
Published: 16 January, 2024

Shipowner and marine engineering solutions provider James Fisher and Sons (James Fisher) on Tuesday (14 January) said it has ordered four new LNG dual fuel tankers from China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Yangzhou) Dingheng Co Ltd. 

The new tankers, which will carry oil products and IMO Class II chemicals. A number of successful features that will add to the overall sustainability of the new builds have been carried over from recent additions to the company’s fleet, vessels Sir John Fisher and Lady Maria Fisher. 

These include optimised hull form, waste heat recovery through cooling water and exhaust gas, 100 percent LED lighting and environmentally controlled engine room fans. In addition, the vessels will incorporate further energy efficiency measures to enhance their sustainability, in particular to address emissions in port.

Steel cutting took place in November 2024, with delivery of the first tanker expected at the end of 2025. The new vessels are a key part of the company’s strategy for the future, to enhance its service offering and operational efficiency.

Cyrille Levesque, James Fisher’s Chief Technology Officer, said: “Our ‘Fleet of the Future’ strategy focuses on integrating improved design and advanced technologies to enhance the sustainability of our vessels and optimise overall performance.

“These measures will help us build a resilient maritime fleet that prioritises crew safety and wellbeing while enhancing vessel management to help us serve our customers’ needs in a more efficient and less carbon-intensive way.”

Krystyna Tsochlas, James Fisher’s Head of Maritime Transport, said: “With this project we are bringing pioneering new technologies and sustainable practices to the maritime sector. These new vessels will enable us to support our long-standing customers while helping them to achieve their environmental performance and sustainability ambitions.

“We are firm in our commitment to environmental stewardship, and the new vessels will feature technologies aimed at reducing emissions across our shipping operations, improving our efficiency and strengthening our commitment to delivering a low carbon future.”

Photo credit: James Fisher
Published: 16 January, 2024