November 13, 2014
BY Ron Kotrba
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BHP and the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation have blended biofuels from two distinct feedstocks—UCO and waste animal fats —and introduced the lower-emissions marine fuel into a BHP-chartered bulk carrier as part of a pilot project.
NYK has commenced a one-year long-term trial involving the continuous use of 100% biofuel (B100) on an NYK-operated car carrier. The initiative is designed to evaluate the fuel’s effects on the vessel’s equipment and verify operational safety.
Japan Airlines Co. Ltd, Showa Sangyo Co. Ltd., Boso oil and fat Co. Ltd, Phytochem Products Inc. and Tohoku University have jointly announced the commencement of a biodiesel demonstration project at Yamagata Airport.
Perdue Farms, in collaboration with the Maryland Soybean Board and Optimus Technologies, announced the deployment of six Volvo trucks powered by 100% biodiesel (B100) to transport fresh chicken.
Mazda Motor Corp. and Nippon Express Co., Ltd., a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS INC., have launched a demonstration trial using renewable diesel for finished vehicle transport trailers, starting in May 2026.