Finnish Sustainable Fuel Producer Neste Partners with KPI OceanConnect to Supply Renewable Diesel to Singapore’s Marine Sector
Finnish producer of sustainable fuels Neste and KPI OceanConnect, the UK-based provider of marine energy solutions, have teamed up on the supply of Neste MY Renewable Diesel to the marine sector in Singapore.
The delivery was carried out in partnership with local marine service provider Global Energy.
As explained, this is the ‘first’ time renewable diesel is supplied to the marine sector players to be used e.g. by cruise ships in Singapore.
Made from 100% renewable raw materials, Neste’s renewable diesel is a solution for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in multiple sectors powered by diesel engines. It is a drop-in solution that can be used in all diesel-powered vessels without the need for additional investment or modifications to engines or fuel distribution infrastructure, according to Neste.
Industry Milestone
“This first supply of Neste MY Renewable Diesel to the marine sector in Asia-Pacific marks a significant milestone for the industry and demonstrates the versatility of the product across a wide range of applications where it can replace fossil diesel. It is an effective solution for enabling the marine sector to be more sustainable,” Ee Pin Lee, Head of Commercial APAC, Renewable Products at Neste, commented.
“We are proud to be industry first movers in sourcing and delivering renewable diesel for our clients, helping them reduce their carbon footprint and achieve their environmental goals… This successful delivery is a testament to how partnerships can help advance the industry’s green transition,” Jesper Sørensen, Head of Alternative Fuels and Carbon Markets at KPI OceanConnect, said.
“Partnering with Neste and KPI OceanConnect to supply renewable diesel to the marine sector in Singapore is an important step in helping our clients reduce their environmental impact. By providing … delivery of renewable diesel with a Maple barge, we are supporting the industry’s transition without compromising operational efficiency. We’re proud to play a role in driving these crucial efforts within the maritime sector,” Chow Munee, Group Business Manager at Global Energy, noted.
Driving Sustainability in the Marine Sector
According to the partners, the collaboration can serve as an example for the marine sector to utilize more sustainable alternatives in their operations.
In related news, Global Energy Overseas, a subsidiary of Global Energy International, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Singapore Methanol to advance sustainable maritime fuel solutions. The MoU will see the two companies combine their expertise to develop and promote bio-methanol as a commercially viable, eco-friendly bunker fuel option, with an overall aim to support the decarbonization of the shipping industry.