Biofuel analysis tool

The Additional Protection Service (APS-BIO) is a suite of analytical testing tools giving owners and operators the information and insight they need to ensure asset protection, operational efficiency and legislative compliance.

Alternative fuels such as biofuels are a key factor in the drive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions but require additional considerations if they are to be successfully used as a marine fuel.

“Biofuels have been quickly recognised as an immediate ‘drop-in’ option to reduce shipping emissions,” said Steve Bee, group commercial director of VPS.

“However, their chemistry and behaviour is very different from traditional marine fuels. So their fuel management requires a unique set of laboratory tests and advisory support, to assess and monitor their quality. VPS APS-Bio provides this service, giving our customers peace-of-mind when using biofuel,” he added.