Crude Processing

Vertex Energy Inc. has transitioned its hydrocracker at the Mobile, Alabama, refining complex back to conventional processing as of Oct. 9, 2024.

In the US, California's regulatory framework is undergoing significant changes with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) advancing new restrictions on crop-based biofuels.

In France, Haffner Energy and Bambbco have announced a partnership aimed at optimizing biomass procurement for clean fuels production, focusing on utilizing crops grown on marginal land.

Recent developments in Indonesia, India, and Sweden highlight significant shifts in the global vegetable oil and renewable energy sectors, driven by unique economic and environmental goals.

Neste, the Finnish refiner, has downgraded its forecast for the biofuel sector, resulting in a significant 10% decline in its share price.

The US Department of Agriculture is advocating for relaxed tax credit requirements for crops used in renewable fuel production.

Delek, a US independent refiner, has temporarily closed three biodiesel facilities located in Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi, which together produced 2.6 b/d of biodiesel from various feedstocks.

US lawmakers are urging the Biden administration to address concerns regarding the import of used cooking oil (UCO) from China and other foreign feedstocks for biofuels.

US biofuel production is undergoing significant changes due to the increasing importation of waste-based feedstocks.

The biofuels market faces significant challenges due to oversupply, but tougher mandates promise a more positive long-term outlook, according to Dutch storage firm Royal Vopak.