Biofuel

Singapore: Equatorial Marine Fuel boosts sustainable marine fuel supply business with biofuel delivery to OOCL containership

B24 VLSFO delivered by EMF’s bunker tanker Sea Loyalty to an OOCL containership in Singapore on 31 October 2023.

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November 3, 2023

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Singapore-based bunker supplier Equatorial Marine Fuel Management Services (EMF) reached another decarbonisation milestone with its first biofuel bunker sale and delivery in the Port of Singapore on 31 October 2023.

A bunker stem of B24 Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) was delivered by EMF’s 3,987 dwt Singapore-flagged bunker tanker Sea Loyalty to an OOCL containership as part of the milestone.

“Biofuel is a readily available and proven drop-in fuel, and this historic bunker delivery creates significant momentum for Equatorial Marine Fuel’s drive to expand its sustainable energy business portfolio by showcasing the sale and supply of biofuel as one of our commercially available products,” Choong Zhen Mao, Executive Director of EMF, told Manifold Times.

“With this successful delivery of biofuel, we strongly believe that we are a step closer in offering higher blends of biofuels, methanol and even ammonia in the future – especially at the Port of Singapore.”

According to Mr Choong, EMF faced several challenges prior to the current development.

These include higher price of biofuels as compared to conventional marine fuels and concerns to the suitability of the blends for existing engines, while proving sustainability and qualifying for carbon emission reductions under different regulatory bodies for the product.

“Equatorial has been actively reaching out to customers to understand and address their concerns. By working closely with our partners, suppliers, and staff across numerous departments, we were able to collectively make this biofuel delivery a reality,” he noted.

“Strong support from government agencies such as the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and classification societies to provide sound advice, together with our ability to provide sustainability declarations such as ISCC EU Proof of Sustainability (PoS), made the job much smoother.”

Moving forward, EMF forecasts the future biofuels bunkering landscape at Singapore port to be more vibrant.

“We will be able to witness more biofuel bunker deliveries in Singapore as shown in recent MPA’s statistics for biofuel deliveries,” states Mr Choong.

“We will probably see biofuels of various types of feedstocks more readily available to ensure the supply of biofuels continues to meet growing demands.”

Photo credit: Equatorial Marine Fuel Management Services
Published: 3 November 2023

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The company delivered 13 million metric tonnes (mt) of marine fuel, increasing revenue to USD 6.2 billion and Earnings Before Tax increased by 21% to USD 10.9 million.

“The results reflect a year of strong operational performance, business expansion and continued investment in supporting the maritime industry’s energy transition amid heightened volatility,” it said.

In January this year, the company completed the strategic integration of marine fuel company Baseblue into KPI OceanConnect. The move strengthens the company’s global footprint, aligns regional teams more closely and enhances its ability to deliver consistent service, and greater value to customers worldwide.

“By integrating Baseblue, investing in our people and expanding both our advisory and digital capabilities, we have further enhanced our ability to help customers navigate market volatility, regulatory change and the practical realities of the energy transition. The results for the year reflect the strength of our partnerships, the dedication of our teams and the trust our customers place in us every day,” said Dorthe Bendtsen, CEO of KPI OceanConnect.

In response to geopolitical and regulatory challenges over the past year, including the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, KPI OceanConnect continued to invest in the expertise, technology and capabilities required to support customers in developing fuel and compliance strategies aligned with their commercial and operational objectives.

Through its Alternative Fuels & Carbon Markets team, the company expanded support for customers seeking guidance on biofuels, LNG, methanol, carbon compliance and FuelEU Maritime strategies. KPI OceanConnect also saw growing demand for EU Allowance (EUA) trading and FuelEU Pooling solutions, trading more than two million EUAs during the year and helping 250 shipowners and operators identify practical and commercially viable pathways to compliance.

The company continued to leverage the strength of the Bunker Holding Group’s global supply network, which today provides access to biofuel solutions in more than 250 ports worldwide. This extensive infrastructure enables customers to access lower-carbon fuel options where and when they need them, supporting both compliance and commercial objectives while helping prepare for the evolving regulatory landscape.

“The industry is operating in a period where energy, regulatory and geopolitical risks are increasingly interconnected,” said Dorthe Bendtsen.

“Our role is to help customers navigate these complexities by providing market insight, compliance expertise and access to a broad range of fuel and risk management solutions.”

Photo credit: KPI OceanConnect
Published: 10 July, 2026

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Evos Rotterdam starts construction on methanol and ethanol expansion project

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Under this non-binding agreement, Evos and HyFive will assess potential technical and commercial parameters, including logistics interfaces and operational requirements.

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Christiaan Kop, Evos Rotterdam Managing Director, said: “We welcome the opportunity to explore, through this potential partnership with HyFive, how our Rotterdam terminal could support future e‑methanol flows into the ARA region. We see strong long‑term momentum behind low‑carbon fuels, and we continue to invest in infrastructure that can help our customers and partners navigate the energy transition.”

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Chimbusco Marine Bunker (Shenzhen) completed the operation after supplying 1,300 mt of B24 marine biofuel oil for “Xin Chi Wan” vessel, at Shekou Container Terminal.

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Zhuhai Chimbusco Petroleum Co Ltd (Chimbusco Zhuhai), a subsidiary of China Marine Bunker (PetroChina) (Chimbusco), on Monday (6 July) said the company completed its first bunkering operation since receiving its local licence in Shenzhen.

Chimbusco Marine Bunker (Shenzhen) completed the operation after supplying 1,300 metric tonnes (mt) of B24 marine biofuel oil for the Xin Chi Wan vessel, owned by COSCO Shipping Group, at the Shekou Container Terminal in Shenzhen.

The operation adopted the “cross-customs direct supply bunkering” model with the cooperation of Shenzhen and Gongbei Customs and maritime authorities.

Looking ahead, Chimbusco Marine Bunker (Shenzhen) said it will build on its local licensing and policy advantages to expand its bonded marine fuel bunkering business in Shenzhen.

The company plans to optimise its bunkering processes and improve service quality to help strengthen the city’s bonded marine fuel supply capabilities while supporting the shipping industry’s green transition.

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