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The asset takeover process of Global Bioenergies, under a pre-pack disposal procedure, has been extended until 18 July at noon, following requests from potential bidders seeking additional time to assess the French company's financial situation.
SIAAP and SUEZ have inaugurated a new biogas production unit at the Seine Aval wastewater treatment plant, the largest in Europe, as part of a modernization project to strengthen the energy sovereignty of the Paris region.

Hydron Energy secures first contract for commercial biomethane plant

Canadian company Hydron Energy will supply its innovative INTRUPTor-Mid technology to produce renewable natural gas in Ontario, marking its first commercial order in the biomethane sector with a promise of significant cost reductions.
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US President Donald Trump has ratified a law extending until the end of 2029 the tax credit on renewable natural gas production from biomass and animal manure, aiming to boost the rural economy.
Valmet secures a contract to deliver a bubbling fluidized bed biomass boiler and flue gas handling equipment to Kraftringen Energi's upcoming combined heat and power plant, aimed at strengthening energy supply in Sweden.

Elcimaï Environnement converts Laon wastewater into marketable biomethane

Elcimaï Environnement has completed a methanisation unit integrated into Laon's wastewater treatment plant, now enabling the conversion of sludge and bio-waste into biomethane injected into the local grid, meeting the annual energy needs of 1,150 households.
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Singapore announces fixed airline ticket levy dedicated to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) procurement, maintaining unchanged amounts from 2026 to 2028, regardless of significant fluctuations in global fuel prices.
Curve Energy Corp. has formalized a non-disclosure agreement with Saudi Aramco Technologies, allowing confidential exchanges of information as part of potential technological collaborations in the global market for low-sulfur marine fuels.

Teréga and GRDF inaugurate Occitanie’s first biomethane reverse-flow station

Infrastructure manager Teréga and GRDF inaugurated in Auch, Occitanie, the region’s first biomethane reverse-flow station, designed to facilitate biomethane transfer from the distribution to the transport network, representing an investment of €3mn ($3.27mn).
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Eni has inaugurated its first vegetable oil extraction plant in Loudima, Republic of the Congo, marking the country's entry into the global biofuel supply chain for the transport industry.
The city of Toul has officially inaugurated a biomass heating plant operated by ENGIE Solutions, intended to supply heating from wood-energy to over 2,400 local homes starting from the next winter season.

North American biomethane market to reach 604 mmcfd in 2025

North American biomethane capacity will increase by 70 million cubic feet per day in 2025 following a record growth of 139 mmcfd in 2024, driven notably by transportation sector demand, according to Wood Mackenzie.
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The voluntary carbon market intensifies industrial interest in carbon capture within the pulp and paper and bioenergy sectors, creating an estimated $3 billion opportunity through carbon credit trading.
Germany’s announcement to eliminate double counting is shaking up manure-based biomethane and GHG certificate markets, prompting buyers to anticipate significant price hikes.

France signs strategic contract to produce sustainable aviation fuels

The French government formalizes its industrial strategy to develop a competitive national sector for sustainable aviation fuels, aiming to meet domestic demand and strengthen France's export position by 2030.
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Three French ministers and major industrial groups sign an agreement to accelerate national production of sustainable aviation fuels, aiming to position France as a European leader in this emerging sector.
Global biodiesel and bio-LNG supply struggles to keep pace with rising maritime demand, posing an immediate risk to the sector’s emissions reduction targets.

SAFc Connect aims to boost SAF market as EU regulation hinders short-term growth

While corporate demand for sustainable aviation fuel increases, European regulatory rigidity limits short-term investment prospects. SAFc Connect seeks to streamline transactions.
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Verso Energy has secured funding under the France 2030 programme for its "DEZiR" project, aimed at producing sustainable aviation fuel from biogenic CO₂, with an annual production capacity of 81,000 tonnes.
Enilive has started producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its biorefinery in Gela, Sicily, with an annual capacity of 400,000 tons, meeting nearly a third of Europe's projected demand for 2025.
RENOVA announces the resumption of operation of the Tokushima-Tsuda biomass power plant following repairs. A further shutdown is scheduled for the end of September for long-term improvements.
Euglena, Petronas and Eni have approved a $1.3 billion investment in a biorefinery in Malaysia, to be operational in 2028, to produce sustainable biofuels.

Naturgas and France gaz join forces to decarbonize the gas sector

Naturgas and France gaz sign a protocol to promote renewable gases and liquefied natural gas, with the aim of decarbonizing the gas sector.
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KKR is negotiating the purchase of 20-25% of Enilive, Eni's biofuels unit, valued at between 11.5 and 12.5 billion euros.
Cowboy Clean Fuels announces the closing of a $13 million Series B financing to commercialize its renewable natural gas production and carbon dioxide sequestration technology.

EU to impose tariffs on Chinese biodiesel under anti-dumping rules

The European Union plans to impose provisional duties on Chinese biodiesel, sold at prices deemed unfair. An investigation could lead to definitive duties for five years by February.
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Banle Energy, in partnership with Green Marine Supply and Armada Meridian, has successfully completed the first bunkering of B24 biofuel in Port Klang for Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation. This development is part of a global initiative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime sector.
SUEZ takes a majority stake in ARA Cursus to develop methanization projects in Poland, supported by EIFFEL Investment Group and BOURGOGNE.

China: Massive investment in biogas revolutionizes the market

China's commitment to biogas is driving significant growth in the energy market. This development is marked by strategic investments in industrial and domestic projects.
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Gevo, Inc. announces record renewable natural gas production in May 2024, reaching 402,000 MMBtu.
China plans to integrate decarbonization technologies into its coal-fired power plants, including co-firing with biomass and ammonia, as well as carbon capture and storage, to reduce the carbon intensity of its facilities by 2027.

New Certificates to Boost Biomethane Production in France

The French government is introducing new regulations to increase biomethane production, with clear targets for 2026-2028.
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BP is to acquire 15% of Lianyungang Jiaao New Energy for $48.54 million, in anticipation of future Chinese regulations on sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
SEK 400 million contract between Cortus and Nordbex for delivery of a 60 MW WoodRoll® biomass power plant in Scandinavia, with options for four other plants.

Expansion of the biomethane market in Europe: Analysis and outlook

The 30% increase in biomethane installations in Europe is changing the biofuels landscape, with significant economic impacts.
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BASF and ENGIE sign a 7-year contract to supply 2.7 to 3 terawatt-hours of biomethane to BASF's production sites in Ludwigshafen and Antwerp.
Shell halts construction of its Rotterdam biofuels site to optimize costs and ensure future competitiveness.

The Guadeloupe Power Plant Converted to Biomass: A Major Step Forward

Albioma announces the conversion of the Le Moule coal-fired power plant in Guadeloupe to biomass by 2025, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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Bio-LNG is emerging as a key alternative for transport and marine, supporting the EU's net-zero energy goals. Production could reach 15.4 TWh/year by 2025.
Cepsa and PreZero Spain are working together to develop biomethane plants, targeting an annual production capacity of 100GWh.