Emerald Leader received 470 tons of the B30 blend of biofuel and VLSFO at the port of Vlissingen, Netherlands, on 27 May, 2023. The fuel was delivered by Dutch biofuel company GoodFuels.
UECC joint-owner NYK offered technical support for the operation and will continue to monitor performance of the fuel with UECC. The vessel connects the Easter Mediterranean and Northern Europe on UECCs North South trade.
"This momentous delivery of next-generation biofuel represents another significant step forward in our sustainability journey," said Daniel Gent, Energy and Sustainability Manager for UECC.
GoodFuels claims its biofuels can reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 90% as compared to fossil fuels, and that it sources sustainable feedstocks that do not compete with food production, do no cause deforestation and are 100% waste or residue.
"We are proud to partner with GoodFuels and NYK to bring this innovative and environmentally friendly solution to our customers.”
Bernard van Haeringen, Commercial Manager at GoodFuels said, "We are thrilled to partner with UECC and NYK to deliver our advanced sustainable biofuel for the first time to m/v Emerald Leader. This collaboration showcases the commitment of all parties involved to combating climate change and accelerating the energy transition in the shipping industry. We are confident that biofuels will play a crucial role in decarburizing the maritime sector."
