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.
Carbon Direct on June 16 released the Criteria for High-Quality Low Carbon Fuels — a globally applicable, consolidated criteria for high-quality low carbon fuels (LCF) procurement on the voluntary market.
The U.S. EPA on June 18 released data showing nearly 2.02 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in May, up nearly 4% when compared to the same month of last year. Total RIN generation for the first five months of 2026 reached 9.66 billion.
The U.S. EPA on June 18 released updated Renewable Fuel Standard data, reporting that no new small refinery exemption (SRE) petitions were filed under the program during the past month. A total of 40 SRE petitions remain pending.
Data released by the U.S. EPA on June 18 indicates D4, D5 and D6 RINs were trading at significantly higher prices in May 2026 than they were one year ago. The average price of D3 RINs was down slightly.
Honeywell on June 17 announced that its modular Ecofining process technology, specialized pumps, compressors, and integrated control and safety systems will help drive SAF and renewable diesel production for Acelen Renewables’ biorefinery.
The USDA on June 15 delivered a final rule to the White House Office of Management and Budget that would, in part, “simplify and streamline requirements and processes” for the Rural Energy for America Program.
Braya Renewable Fuels on June 15 celebrated an exciting milestone for the Come By Chance refinery when it completed its first sale of renewable diesel for the Canadian market. The transaction was for 100,000 barrels of renewable diesel.
XCF Global Inc. on June 16 announced that its New Rise Renewables Reno facility has advanced its production-start sequence, following the previously announced successful receipt and loading of process catalyst announced earlier this month.
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, on June 12 pressed Hal Duncan, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as deputy director of the White House OMB on the current status of USDA’s 45Z feedstock rule, which has been under OMB review since early April.
A comprehensive new study from S&P Global Energy finds expanded biofuel demand could transform American agriculture, reignite rural economies and provide global food and energy security. The study was commissioned by USFRA.
Honeywell unveils new brands effective post spin-off: Honeywell Technologies and Honeywell Aerospace
Honeywell has announced the new brand identities for its automation and aerospace businesses ─ Honeywell Technologies and Honeywell Aerospace. These will become two independent, publicly traded companies on June 29, 2026.
2026 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo showcases innovation, insight and industry momentum
By BBI International
June 16, 2026
The 2026 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo (FEW) concluded after three days of education, networking and collaboration that highlighted the ethanol industry's continued commitment to expansion, innovation and operational excellence.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis on June 3 signed HB 26-1289, a legislative tax package that creates a new tax credit to encourage the purchase of SAF. The bill also repeals an existing tax credit that supports construction of SAF facilities.
On June 15, the EPA-established effective date for the 2026-2027 Renewable Fuel Standard volumes, Clean Fuels Alliance America delivered a letter to President Donald Trump once again thanking the administration and EPA for the historic volumes.
Louis Dreyfus Co. announced on June 8 a strategic investment in the construction of a new plant to process sunflower seeds and soybeans at the site of its existing facility in Bahía Blanca, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.
The U.S. DOE on June 12 released an update of its 45ZCF-GREET model, which is used to calculate fuel emissions rates for the 45Z clean fuel production credit. Release of the model provides much-needed certainty for the U.S. renewable fuel industry.
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.
American Airlines and Google on June 9 announced a record-breaking agreement for sustainable aviation fuel certificates (SAFc), representing the largest publicly announced SAFc agreement between an airline and a single corporate customer to date.
Compliance credits for biomass-based diesel and ethanol have doubled in value since the start of this year. The credits, known as RINs, have increased in price, mostly because of higher U.S. biofuel blending targets.
The U.S. EIA increased its forecast for 2026 biodiesel production in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook. The production forecasts for renewable diesel and “other biofuels,” defined include sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), were maintained.
The U.S. exported 19,808.6 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 or greater in April, according to data released by USDA Foreign Agricultural Service on June 9. U.S. biodiesel imports were at 565.5 metric tons for the month.
The International Air Transport Association on June 6 announced its analysis shows global SAF production is expected to reach approximately 2.4 million metric tons (792.6 million gallons) this year, accounting for 0.8% of total aviation fuel use.
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.
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin visited Incobrasa Industries in Gilman, Illinois, on May 29, to meet with representatives from the Illinois Soybean Association, Incobrasa leadership, and Illinois soybean farmers.
Cemvita on June 3 announced the successful completion of a 75,000-liter industrial fermentation campaign at Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant, achieving target technical metrics for the production of FermOil from industrial crude glycerin.
Carbon Direct has released Sustainable Agricultural Biomass Sourcing for CDR: A Buyer's Guide — one of the first globally applicable frameworks for sourcing agricultural residues as feedstock for carbon dioxide removal (CDR) projects.
Axens on June 3 announced a collaboration with Green Sky Capital for the development of a 200,000 metric ton per year SAF production facility in Egypt, set to become the first SAF production plant in Egypt and across Africa.
The International Air Transport Association and the International Civil Aviation Organization are partnering to advance transparency and integrity in tracking progress and accelerating the development and deployment of SAF.
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.
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