Thailand-based RCL ship sets sail on bio bunker fuel for first time
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Thailand-based Regional Container Lines (RCL) on Monday (27 October) said it marked a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability and alternative fuel solutions with the first-ever sailing using biofuel.
On 19 October, RCL’s container ship Piya Bhum, bunkered and sailed for the first time on biofuel, B24-VLSFO (Bio Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil), departing from Laem Chabang port to Ho Chi Minh City.
The 1,707 TEU capacity vessel is on its journey on RCL’s RSK2, RCL South China-Sihanoukville service route, connecting ports in China, Hong Kong, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
“The B24 fuel is a solution that drastically reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and is expected to reduce carbon emissions by 15% to 19.2%,” the company said.
“The use of this biofuel reduces the carbon footprint of the RCL fleet without compromising efficiency, contributing to the company’s long-term sustainability goals. By continuously investing in a cleaner, more efficient fleet, RCL is building a more sustainable future for marine container shipping.”
Photo credit: Regional Container Lines
Published: 28 October, 2025
