Regulation

Legal hurdle criticized for slowing biofuel uptake at crucial stage

Only chemical tankers are allowed to sail with 100% biofuel. This is a serious obstacle to the green transition, according to Bunker Holding.
"It's problematic for our corporate earnings, but if you take a step back, it's also bad for the green transition that everyone is interested in," says Maria Skipper, Director of Environmental Regulation and Public Affairs at the bunker group.
"It's problematic for our corporate earnings, but if you take a step back, it's also bad for the green transition that everyone is interested in," says Maria Skipper, Director of Environmental Regulation and Public Affairs at the bunker group.
by METTE GRUBE CONDRUP

International legal requirements are blocking the roll-out of biofuels, just as strict requirements are being introduced for shipping companies to take responsibility in the green transition and reduce emissions from ships. 

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