ScanOcean AB, a leading Swedish supplier of marine fuels, and biofuel producer Vegoil are at the forefront of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from marine transports with their groundbreaking collaboration. Recently, the tanker vessel Key Fjord, transporting renewable products, was successfully bunkered with a B30-DMA fuel.
This successful bunkering operation took place in the Port of Oskarshamn on July 19, 2024, and marks the start of a significant partnership between ScanOcean and Vegoil, aiming to leverage Swedish-produced RME as a renewable feedstock for drop-in blends in marine fuels.
Based on Rapeseed Methyl Ester (RME), the B30-DMA fuel is certified according to ISCC-EU standards.
We are thrilled to partner with Vegoil in launching this innovative marine fuel. The green transition requires visionary companies to lead the charge, and we are proud to be part of this pioneering step, said Lars Lövsund of ScanOcean.
This fuel not only supports greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction in compliance with EU ETS obligations but also significantly enhances the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) and Clean Shipping Index (CSI) scores for vessels.
We are proud to operate Key Fjord and support this innovative initiative. By adopting renewable marine fuels, we are setting a new standard for sustainable shipping solutions. Additionally, our certification according to ISO-14001-2015 underscores our dedication to environmental management and sustainability, said Sigbjørn Tysse of Seatank Chartering.
Part of Energifabriken AB, Vegoil specializes in renewable fuels for heating and transportation needs.
Operating in the Nordic region, Vegoil serves companies and organizations that aim to lead the transition to a renewable society which now includes marine transportation with renewable fuels.
Together with ScanOcean, we are committed to demonstrating that sustainable shipping is not just a future goal but a present reality. We hope to inspire other ship and cargo owners to take similar steps towards reducing GHG emissions. We are also excited to offer our customers maritime transportation with renewable fuels, reinforcing our commitment to a renewable society, said Christopher Thelin of Vegoil.
