Singapore workshop to tackle advanced bunker fuel blending practices for fuel oil and biofuels

Labtechnic Testing Services, in partnership with Energy Constructs, will host a specialised workshop on 2-3 October focused on advanced marine fuel blending, ISO 8217:2024, and the transition to low-carbon fuels in anticipation of IMO GHG Fuel Intensity (GFI) regulations.

Targeted at shipowners, bunker traders, marine fuel blenders, and lab managers, the workshop will deliver practical insights into blend control, biofuel stability, and carbon regulatory alignment, including EU ETS and Japan GX schemes.

Guest speaker Gabriel Ho, CEO of Energy Constructs, will lead several sessions on the evolving marine biofuel landscape, with a focus on renewable fuel types, production trends, and ISCC certification frameworks.

“Biofuels are set to become a cornerstone of global marine decarbonisation,” said Gabriel Ho.

“This workshop will delve into the real-world challenges of supply chain logistics, the blending behaviour of FAME and HVO in marine applications, and how traceability, sustainability certification, and life cycle analysis are transforming compliance and audit preparedness across the fuel value chain.”

Garette Lee, Commercial Director of Labtechnic Testing Services, emphasised the workshop’s operational focus:

“With ISO 8217:2024 updates and GHG thresholds on the horizon, our aim is to equip industry players with both the lab and field knowledge they need. From blend ratio calculations to regulatory audit prep, this course is hands-on,” he stated.

Two-day workshop topics include:

Fuel Types, Specifications & ISO 8217:2024:

• Covers marine fuel categories, key properties, and compliance with the latest ISO 8217:2024 standard.
• Highlights important updates, specification changes, and their operational impact Hands-on sessions focus on blend optimisation, stability, and compatibility.

Blending Principles & Techniques:

• Explains core blending practices for conventional and biofuels, including ratio calculations and specification control.
• Hands-on sessions focus on blend optimisation, stability, and compatibility.

Biofuels & Quality Challenges

• Explores biodiesel production, biofuel blending, and common issues like asphaltenes, instability, and TSP.
• Includes troubleshooting techniques and best practices to ensure fuel reliability.

Regulatory Compliance

• Provides insight into IMO’s GHG Fuel Intensity (GFI) regulation coming into effect in 2027.
• Covers carbon thresholds and alignment with regional schemes like EU ETS and Japan GX.

Marine Biofuel Landscape

• Evaluates FAME, HVO, methanol, and bio-LNG availability and development in Asia-Pacific.
• Discusses production trends, policy incentives, and sustainability certifications (ISCC).

Course also features interactive case studies and an optional laboratory tour.

Participation details below:

Early bird rate: S$1,280
Standard: S$1,598 (excluding GST)
Group discounts are available.
For registration or enquiries:
[email protected] | ‪+65 9847 7753

Photo credit: Labtechnic Testing Services
Published: 30 July 2025