GoodFuels said it has completed a voyage using 100% sustainable marine biofuel in partnership with shipping investment firm Tufton, together with Stolt Tankers and the technical manager’s Synergy Group, says a press release published on their website.
Reduction on CO2
The sustainable biofuel, derived from feedstocks such as used cooking oil and waste animal fats, was used onboard the 20,762 DWT chemical tanker Monax on its voyage from North Europe to Canada.
Delivering a well-to-exhaust CO2 reduction of between 80% and 90% compared to fossil fuel equivalents, without requiring modifications to the engine or the fuel infrastructure, it says. Monax is one of the seven Tufton vessels that operate under the Stolt Tankers Joint Service (STJS) Deep-Sea Fleet pool.
Agreed for environmental protection
The use of this biofuel is in line with both Tufton’s and Stolt Tankers’ ambition to significantly reduce the carbon emissions from their combined fleets. As part of the pooling arrangement, both organizations have also agreed to partner on sustainability and environmental projects, including this biofuel testing program.
Andrew Hampson, Chief Executive Officer at Tufton, said: “I am pleased to see the positive results of the biofuel-powered voyage. Tufton is committed to increasing the use of zero-emission fuels in commercial operation over time as a step towards transitioning the portfolio fully to zero-carbon energy sources by 2050.”
Unlocking decarbonizing impacts
Bart Hellings, Chief Operating Officer at GoodFuels, comments: “As a market leader and pioneer, supplying a credible sustainable solution to Tufton demonstrates how our sustainable marine biofuels can unlock an immediate decarbonization impact, while also supporting the wider shipping industry to meet its environmental regulatory targets. The time for action on shipping’s carbon emissions is now, and Tufton is joining the ranks of our marine biofuel pioneers committed to sustainability.”
Exploring new technologies
Lucas Vos, President, Stolt Tankers notes: “It’s great to see the positive results of the biofuel trial and I am pleased that Stolt Tankers and Tufton have taken the first step in our mutual commitment to protecting the environment.”
“We are committed to working with our partners to explore new technologies as the industry moves towards a carbon-neutral future while continuing to provide customers with the highest levels of quality and safety that they expect from us.”
Monax is managed by Synergy Group, managing team and onboard crew ensured continuous operational safety and optimal performance during the trial.
Vital role in decarbonizing
Captain Rajesh Unni, Founder & CEO of Synergy Group, one of the world’s leading ship managers, explains: “This project enabled us to deploy our full range of technical expertise and also demonstrated that cleaner shipping industry is both feasible and achievable, even in the short-term. Biofuels have a vital role to play in decarbonizing shipping as we establish ourselves as a truly sustainable industry.”
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Source: GoodFuel
