| HAL biofuel test

HOLLAND America Line (HAL) has reported positive results from what one of the industry’s first biofuel tests, on board Volendam.

The 20-day trial of advanced biofuel achieved a 78% decrease in lifecycle emissions compared to marine gas oil.

In the first five days of the test, Volendam used a mix of 30% biofuel and 70% marine gas oil, and for the remainder of the trial, 100% biofuel.

The test was conducted in partnership with GoodFuels, a leading producer and supplier of sustainable biofuels, and Wartsila, a global leader in power & propulsion, and associated technologies.