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Digital Exclusive: Bio-based aromatics give pathway to drop-in 100% SAF

Johnson Matthey: I. Gilmore
Virent: D. Kettner

In this digital exclusive, Iain Gilmore and David Kettner discuss a breakthrough process that provides the missing link to using 100% SAF in current aviation fleets and infrastructure: Bio-based aromatics.

Petroecuador says crude oil output surpasses 400,000 bpd

Ecuador's state oil company Petroecuador said that crude oil output surpassed 400,000 bpd for the first time since January 2021.

Virgin Atlantic jet completes maiden transatlantic flight on 100% SAF

A Virgin Atlantic passenger jet powered by 100% SAF completed a London-to-New York jaunt, showcasing the potential of low-carbon options, which are a tiny fraction of the industry's fuel mix.

Alaska Airlines partners with CHOOOSE to empower guests to reduce emissions and support growth of the SAF market

Alaska Airlines announced it is partnering with climate-tech company CHOOOSE to provide new options for sustainability-minded guests to take action on their travel-related carbon emissions by purchasing SAF credits or support nature-based climate projects.

India resumes imports of Venezuelan oil, Reliance seeks direct deal

Indian refiners have resumed Venezuelan oil purchases through intermediaries, with Reliance set to meet executives from state firm PDVSA next week to discuss direct sales following the easing of U.S. sanctions on the South American country.

Automation technology supports growing demand for green diesel

Emerson: Prusha, J.

The search to find alternatives to petroleum-based transportation fuels is nothing new.

Cloning design provides plug-and-play approach for carbon capture

Burns & McDonnell: Hokpins, T.

Carbon capture has the potential to significantly decarbonize emissions from industrial facilities.

Brazil's Petrobras cuts jet fuel prices by around 6%

Brazilian state-run oil firm Petrobras lowered the average price of the jet fuel it sells to distributors by around 6%.

EPA fines Iowa ethanol producer for alleged clean air act violations

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will collect a $89,860 penalty from POET Biorefining – Menlo LLC, a bioethanol producer in Menlo, Iowa, to resolve alleged violations of the federal Clean Air Act.

INEOS completes the acquisition of the Eastman Texas City site

INEOS has announced it has completed the acquisition of the Eastman Texas City site, the 600,000-tpy acetic acid plant and all associated third party activities, from Eastman Chemical Company.