ITOCHU Enex Delivers B24 Biofuel Blend to Domestic Vessel at Hakata Port
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- ITOCHU Enex Delivers B24 Biofuel Blend to Domestic Vessel at Hakata Port
- ITOCHU Enex Co., Ltd. delivered a B24 biofuel blend, sourced from Idemitsu Kosan, to the RORO vessel 'Nanotsu' operated by Kaigun Yusen at Hakata Port on June 16, 2026. This marks the first supply of biofuel to a domestic scheduled RORO vessel at Hakata Port.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 18, 2026
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ITOCHU Enex Co., Ltd. delivered a B24 biofuel blend, sourced from Idemitsu Kosan, to the RORO vessel 'Nanotsu' operated by Kaigun Yusen at Hakata Port on June 16, 2026. This marks the first supply of biofuel to a domestic scheduled RORO vessel at Hakata Port.
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- ITOCHU Enex Delivers B24 Biofuel Blend to Domestic Vessel at Hakata Port (June 18, 2026), PR Times
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- June 18, 2026
ITOCHU Enex Co., Ltd. delivered a B24 biofuel blend, sourced from Idemitsu Kosan, to the RORO vessel 'Nanotsu' operated by Kaigun Yusen at Hakata Port on June 16, 2026. This marks the first supply of biofuel to a domestic scheduled RORO vessel at Hakata Port.
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ITOCHU Enex Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Nobuyuki Tabata; hereinafter "the Company") delivered a biofuel blend sourced from Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Noriaki Sakai) to the RORO vessel※1 'Nanotsu', operated by Kaigun Yusen Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Kotaro Seki), at Hakata Port on June 16, 2026.
This initiative marks the first instance of biofuel delivery to a domestic scheduled RORO vessel at Hakata Port.
RORO Vessel 'Nanotsu'
Biofuels are anticipated as one of the key solutions for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the maritime sector, as they can be used without modifying existing ship engines. Primary feedstocks include organic resources such as vegetable oils, waste cooking oil, and animal fats. While CO2 is emitted during combustion, the plants used as feedstock absorb CO2 from the atmosphere during their growth, making the net emissions effectively zero (carbon neutral). The B24 biofuel blend delivered this time consists of 24% biofuel mixed with VLSFO (very low sulfur fuel oil), and is expected to reduce GHG emissions during vessel operations.
Scene of the supply vessel mooring alongside 'Nanotsu'
Scene of B24 biofuel being bunkered
■ Overview
Vessel
'Nanotsu' (Gross Tonnage: 8,348 tons; Route: Hakata Port – Tsuruga Port)
Date and Time
June 16, 2026 (Tuesday), 16:30
Location
Hakata Port, Hakozaki Pier No. 11 (6-4 Hakozakihama, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka City)
The Company will continue to expand its environmental business and promote the supply of eco-friendly energy to contribute to the realization of a sustainable energy society and enhance long-term corporate value.
※1 A cargo ship that transports vehicles such as trucks and trailers by allowing them to drive directly on and off the vessel.
This initiative marks the first instance of biofuel delivery to a domestic scheduled RORO vessel at Hakata Port.
RORO Vessel 'Nanotsu'
Biofuels are anticipated as one of the key solutions for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the maritime sector, as they can be used without modifying existing ship engines. Primary feedstocks include organic resources such as vegetable oils, waste cooking oil, and animal fats. While CO2 is emitted during combustion, the plants used as feedstock absorb CO2 from the atmosphere during their growth, making the net emissions effectively zero (carbon neutral). The B24 biofuel blend delivered this time consists of 24% biofuel mixed with VLSFO (very low sulfur fuel oil), and is expected to reduce GHG emissions during vessel operations.
Scene of the supply vessel mooring alongside 'Nanotsu'
Scene of B24 biofuel being bunkered
■ Overview
Vessel
'Nanotsu' (Gross Tonnage: 8,348 tons; Route: Hakata Port – Tsuruga Port)
Date and Time
June 16, 2026 (Tuesday), 16:30
Location
Hakata Port, Hakozaki Pier No. 11 (6-4 Hakozakihama, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka City)
The Company will continue to expand its environmental business and promote the supply of eco-friendly energy to contribute to the realization of a sustainable energy society and enhance long-term corporate value.
※1 A cargo ship that transports vehicles such as trucks and trailers by allowing them to drive directly on and off the vessel.
FAQ
What are the features of this biofuel?
A B24 blend of 24% biofuel in VLSFO, usable in existing ships without modifications, carbon neutral.
Why was Hakata Port selected?
As a key hub connecting Kyushu and Honshu, it's ideal for piloting biofuel adoption in domestic shipping.
Will this be expanded to other ports?
Based on this success, expansion to other major Japanese ports is being considered.
Where does the fuel feedstock come from?
Mainly from domestic waste cooking oil, vegetable oils, and animal fats—sustainable organic resources.
How much CO2 reduction is achieved?
B24 use significantly reduces GHG emissions compared to conventional VLSFO on a well-to-wake basis.