First biofuel marine fuel delivery in Greece by Motor Oil Group and Coral Marine

The first delivery of biofuel marine fuels in Greece by Motor Oil Group and its company Coral Marine is a milestone in the effort to reduce emissions and promote the green transition in the shipping industry.

This delivery, which took place on the cruise ship Celestyal Discovery at the Port of Lavrio, is the first application of the oil-biofuel blend in the Greek market, and its use reduces CO₂ emissions produced by the ship by approximately 21%.

The fuel blend consists of fossil oil produced at Motor Oil’s refinery and biofuel also produced in Greece, at the Group’s plant named ‘’Verd’’, from the processing of used cooking oil collected from the Greek market.The use of second-generation biofuels plays a crucial role in reducing the environmental burden. This biofuel reduces CO₂ emissions and protects the environment by preventing soil and water degradation from waste of used cooking oil.

The delivered fuel blend meets the strict specifications of ISO 8217:2024, ensuring compatibility and performance in the marine sector. This move is in line with the international commitments of the shipping industry to reduce emissions, as defined by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) strategy, while at the same time reinforcing sustainable development policies in Greece and internationally.

Source: pagenews.gr