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All news on
HVO
(also known as
Renewable hydrocarbons (diesel type fraction)
and
Hydrotreated vegetable oil
): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.
10 November 2025
Neste Secures EU Funding for New Co-Processing Technology
Neste's SCOOP project receives EU funding to develop co-processing technology for renewable fuels at Porvoo refinery, pending investment decision.
10 November 2025
PETRONAS, Enilive, Euglena Launch Biorefinery in Johor
The new biorefinery in Johor will process 650,000 tonnes of renewable feedstock annually, producing SAF, HVO, and bio-naphtha, and aims to start operations by late 2028.
4 November 2025
Fluor to Design Sustainable Aviation Fuel Hub in England
Project Speedbird will use LanzaJet's technology to convert ethanol into sustainable aviation fuel, reducing British Airways' carbon emissions by 230,000 tonnes annually.
3 November 2025
Neste Marks Anniversaries: 15 Years in Singapore, 60 Years in Porvoo
Neste's Singapore refinery celebrates 15 years, expanding renewable capacity. Porvoo marks 60 years, pioneering sustainable fuel innovations.
29 October 2025
Neste Q3 2025 Interim Report
Improved Q3 results driven by performance actions and market recovery. Renewable and oil product sales rose, but cash flow was negative. Strategic growth in Rotterdam continues.
9 October 2025
Moeve Supplies Renewable Diesel at Barcelona Airport
HVO fuels ground vehicles at El Prat Airport, cutting CO2 emissions by up to 90%. Produced from used cooking oils, it requires no engine modifications.
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6 October 2025
OMV Updates Dividend Policy, Focuses on Growth Investments by 2030
OMV targets sustainable growth, boosts cash flow, and enhances shareholder returns, while aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050.
2 October 2025
Green Carbon Development Chooses Axens Vegan® for Texas Renewable Fuels Facility
The Jasper project will use Vegan® technology to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Renewable Diesel, enhancing carbon abatement in transportation.
25 September 2025
Exolum Plans €100M Energy Transition Terminal in A Coruña
A new terminal will store diverse fuels, enhance logistics, and support energy transition in Galicia, with operations starting in 2029.
23 September 2025
Eni's New Biorefinery Project in Sannazzaro
The Sannazzaro refinery will convert units to a biorefinery, producing HVO diesel and SAF-biojet by 2028, enhancing product diversification without affecting existing capacity.
15 September 2025
ORLEN Expands SAF Fuel Availability in Baltic Markets
SAF is now available in Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn, reducing emissions and supporting EU regulations. ORLEN plans further expansion and domestic production to enhance sustainability.
8 September 2025
Worley Secures FEED Verification for Preem's Renewable Fuel Project in Sweden
The Lysekil refinery will convert to produce renewable diesel and aviation fuel, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 3 million tonnes annually.
4 September 2025
Axens Launches First 100% SAF Unit in Asia
The unit converts 300 KTA of renewable feedstock to SAF, using a two-stage process without extra hydrocracking, offering flexibility to produce SAF or RD efficiently.
20 August 2025
Neste Earns EcoVadis Platinum for Sustainability
Ranked in the top 1% globally, the company improved in Labor, Ethics, and Procurement, maintaining a perfect Environment score.
8 August 2025
MOL Group Advances SAF and HVO Production on World Biodiesel Day
MOL Group completes SAF and HVO tests at Rijeka and Bratislava refineries, highlighting readiness for sustainable fuel production and commitment to EU climate goals.
24 July 2025
EIB and Eni Agree on €500M Livorno Biorefinery Conversion
The Livorno refinery will be converted to produce biofuels, supporting EU decarbonization goals and Eni's energy transition strategy, with potential for future SAF production.
18 July 2025
Mitsubishi Chemical Invests in Licella for Oil Conversion Expansion
Investment supports global expansion of Cat-HTR™ technology for converting waste plastics and biomass into sustainable fuels, aligning with goals for a low-carbon, circular economy.
27 June 2025
Antwerp-Bruges Port Hosts Flemish and German Energy Transition Talks
Flemish and German governments discuss energy transition, industrial cooperation, and infrastructure at Antwerp-Bruges, focusing on hydrogen, CO₂ exports, and cross-border partnerships.
11 June 2025
Neste and Chevron Lummus Global Develop Technology for Renewable Fuels from Lignocellulosic Waste
A new technology converts lignocellulosic biomass into renewable fuels, showing promising pilot results and aiming for commercial scale to meet renewable fuel demand and emission targets.
1 May 2025
Dreexo Energy to Build Circular Economy Plant in Cádiz
The plant will convert non-edible fats and oils into chemicals, creating jobs and minimizing waste, supporting sustainable industry in Andalucía.
19 February 2025
OMV Petrom Begins Sustainable Fuels Unit at Petrobrazi
The new unit will produce SAF and HVO, cutting CO₂ emissions by 65%. A €750M investment includes green hydrogen facilities, supporting energy transition and sustainable mobility.
7 February 2025
EIB Funds Galp's Hydrogen and Biofuels Projects in Sines with €430M
EIB loans €430M for projects to decarbonize transport, producing renewable fuels and hydrogen, supporting EU climate goals and energy independence.
14 August 2024
Topsoe to Supply Technology for HOLBORN's Hamburg Renewable Fuels Refinery
The Hamburg refinery will use HydroFlex™ to produce 220,000 tons/year of SAF and renewable diesel by 2027, addressing rising SAF demand and supporting the energy transition.
18 June 2024
Holborn awards KT $400M EPC contract for HVO complex in Germany
The project will produce 220,000 tonnes of green diesel and SAF annually, using waste and low-carbon hydrogen. Operations start in early 2027, aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.
11 June 2024
OMV Petrom Invests EUR 750 Million to Produce Sustainable Fuels in Southeast Europe
Investing EUR 750 million, a new plant will produce 250 kt/year of sustainable fuels by 2028, including SAF, HVO, and green hydrogen, reducing CO2 emissions by at least 70%.
10 April 2024
SCA and St1 Launch Biorefinery for 200,000 Tons of Renewable Fuel in Gothenburg
The new biorefinery will produce sustainable fuels from tall oil, enhancing resource efficiency and climate benefits. It supports Sweden's and the EU's climate goals by boosting domestic biofuel production.
5 October 2023
Technip Energies Secures Contracts for Biofuels and Hydrogen Units at Galp Sines Refinery
The projects aim to reduce the refinery's carbon footprint, producing renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel, and green hydrogen, with a total investment of €650 million.
25 September 2023
Galp Finalizes Investment in Green Hydrogen and Biofuels Projects at Sines Refinery
Two large-scale projects at Sines refinery will reduce carbon footprint: a 270 ktpa biofuels unit and a 100 MW green hydrogen plant, both operational by 2025, with a total investment of €650m.
20 June 2023
MAIRE secures USD 260 million in new IE&CS and STS contracts
Contracts include a 24-month project for a pre-treatment plant in Poland to produce renewable diesel, contributing to EU decarbonization plans. MAIRE acts as project enabler and technology integrator.
27 September 2021
PKN ORLEN Announces Delayed HVO Unit Construction in Plock
The Management Board approved a PLN 600m HVO unit with 300k tonnes annual capacity, set to complete by mid-2024, pending Supervisory Board approval. Agreement signed with Technik Polska.
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