Vopak Horizon Fujairah Completes First Bio-Bunker Fuel Supply In UAE

Vopak Horizon Fujairah has completed its first bio-bunker fuel supply operation in the United Arab Emirates. The joint-venture terminal, operated by Vopak (VOPA.AS), supplied B24 bunker fuel, a blend containing 24% Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) and Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO).

This biofuel meets the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) standards and is designed to reduce sulfur emissions and promote environmentally friendly shipping.

Vopak did not disclose the names of the companies involved in this operation due to commercial sensitivity.

Biofuels like FAME-blended fuel help shipping industry cut emissions. Companies are reducing sulfur oxides and greenhouse gas emissions by blending biofuels with conventional fuels like VLSFO, making maritime operations more sustainable.

The ISCC certification ensures that these fuels meet the highest sustainability standards and contribute to international environmental compliance, including the IMO 2020 sulfur cap regulations.

Currently, Vopak operates 32 terminals globally that are ISCC certified, allowing for the storage of sustainable fuels such as biofuels and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

Vopak is ensuring that vessels passing through one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes have access to cleaner energy alternatives.

Fujairah is the world’s third-largest bunkering port and a strategic refueling point for international shipping. Its location along major trade routes and advanced storage infrastructure make it a crucial player in the global fuel supply chain.

References: Reuters, bunkermarket

Source: Maritime Shipping News