en.Wedoany.com Reported - NYK has initiated a one-year trial to continuously use 100% pure biofuel (B100) on one of its operated car carriers, aiming to assess the fuel's impact on ship equipment and verify operational safety under real-world conditions.

The company stated that the trial is designed to accumulate technical experience to support the broader use of high-purity biofuels and accelerate efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

As global demand for decarbonization continues to grow, the shipping industry is introducing alternative fuels that help reduce GHG emissions. Biofuels are considered a promising "drop-in fuel" that can be used in existing engines and infrastructure.

NYK has previously promoted biofuels through several initiatives. In 2024, the company conducted a trial using B24 blended fuel, later expanding practical application to B30. However, global experience with long-term use of B100 remains relatively scarce.

In this trial, NYK will operate a car carrier on B100 for one consecutive year, evaluating its impact on engines, fuel supply systems, and operational practices. High-purity biofuels like B100 are susceptible to degradation from oxygen, light, and heat, raising concerns about their stability during long-term use.

Through the long-term operational data collected in this trial, NYK aims to accumulate technical knowledge to support the safe operation of ships and the broader application of high-purity biofuels.

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