Trio completes 1st delivery of 100% renewable diesel to Singapore cruise industry

Photo: KPI OceanConnect

KPI OceanConnect, a leading global provider of marine-energy solutions, and Neste Corp., a leading global producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), announced Jan. 8 the first successful delivery of 100 percent renewable diesel, also known as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO100), for the cruise industry in Singapore.

The landmark delivery of Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ took place in November and marks a significant milestone for the Asia-Pacific marine sector, according to KPI OceanConnect.

The delivery of renewable diesel from Neste was made at the Singapore Cruise Terminal, with the fuel sourced from Vopak Penjuru Terminal and transported to the cruise ship via the barge Maple operated by Global Energy.

KPI OceanConnect facilitated the successful delivery of the renewable diesel, working closely with the vessel’s technical team to ensure engine compliance.

KPI OceanConnect collaborated with Neste to source the fuel and with Global Energy for operational agreements in Singapore waters.

According to KPI OceanConnect, this joint effort underscores the vital role it, Neste and Global Energy play in advancing alternative fuels and meeting the maritime industry’s growing demand for renewable energy solutions amidst increasing pressure to achieve sustainability targets.

“This first supply of Neste MY Renewable Diesel to the marine sector in Asia-Pacific is a significant milestone and demonstrates the versatility of the product across a wide range of applications where it can replace fossil diesel,” said Ee Pin Lee with Neste. “It is an effective solution for enabling the marine sector to be more sustainable.”

Chow Munee, the group business manager at Global Energy, added, “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 seamless and reliable delivery of HVO, 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.”

Jesper Sørensen, KPI OceanConnect’s head of alternative fuels and carbon markets, said, “We are proud to be industry first movers in sourcing and delivering HVO for our clients, helping them reduce their carbon footprint and achieve their environmental goals. By working closely with Neste and Global Energy, we were able to offer high-quality biofuel to our client, laying the groundwork for further fuel uptake and decarbonization progress. This successful delivery is a testament to how partnerships can help advance the industry’s green transition.”

Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ is made from 100 percent renewable raw materials and is a direct replacement for fossil diesel, helping the industry meet its sustainability goals.

The use of this renewable diesel can result in up to 90 percent greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions reduction over its lifecycle compared to fossil diesel.

The fuel is a drop-in solution and is suitable for all diesel-powered engines without the need for additional investment or modification to engines or fuel infrastructure.