The International Standards Organization released an updated version of the specification for fuel use in marine applications. The new spec sets forth the detailed requirements for maritime fuels, including biodiesel blends up to B100, ensuring their sustainability and safety for use in nearly every distillate and residual fuel grade. This marks a significant step forward in promoting sustainable fuel options within the maritime industry.
“With the adoption of this updated specification, we are paving the way for higher blends of biodiesel use in marine transportation,” says Scott Fenwick, Technical Director at Clean Fuels Alliance America. “Biodiesel offers a viable solution for reducing emissions now while promoting sustainability on a global scale.”
By adopting the updated spec, ISO aims to facilitate the integration of low-carbon liquid fuels, including biodiesel, into the maritime fuel supply chain while contributing to greater greenhouse gas emissions reductions and supporting worldwide efforts to combat climate change.
