Suttons Tankers, Nippon Gases UKI partner to launch renewable diesel trial

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Last year, U.K.-based logistics firm Suttons Tankers trialed hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, across a selection of its fleet, achieving an 80 percent reduction in carbon emissions.

Building on this experience, Suttons Tankers and Nippon Gases UKI are now working together to understand the potential benefits of HVO in their operations.

HVO is a renewable fuel made from used cooking oil and waste feedstocks, offering up to a 90 percent reduction in greenhouse-gas emissions compared to traditional diesel.

Suttons is using HVO certified by Zemo Partnership, with the sustainability of the feedstocks and supply chain certified by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification System GmbH.

During the trial, a selected fleet of Suttons Tankers’ vehicles based in Stockton, England, and dedicated to Nippon Gases will operate on a blend of HVO, with performance data being gathered to assess the impact on fuel efficiency and emissions reduction.

The first month of the trial with Nippon Gases has already resulted in an emission reduction of 87 metric tons.

“This trial builds on our previous success with HVO, and we are eager to see how it continues to reduce emissions,” said Rajat Bhardwaj, Suttons Tankers’ ESG manager. “The initial results are promising, and we’re committed to finding sustainable solutions for our customers.”

Joanne Rawlinson, the supply-chain manager at Nippon Gases UKI, added, “We are thrilled to partner with Suttons Tankers on this HVO fuel trial. This initiative aligns perfectly with our commitment to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. The early results are encouraging, and we look forward to exploring the long-term benefits of HVO fuel in our entire logistics operations.”

Suttons Tankers said it and Nippon Gases recognize their responsibility to a sustainable future and are committed to exploring innovative solutions that contribute to reducing environmental impact.

The trial’s outcomes will inform the potential for a wider roll-out of HVO across Suttons Tankers’ Nippon Gases fleet, contributing to long-term sustainability goals.