Sustainable Energy – PONANT at the Forefront with ALTENS Biofuel Based on Recycled Oils.
Le Champlain, an expedition yacht from the PONANT Explorers series, has taken on biodiesel B100 which is 100% produced from recycled cooking oil, during a technical stop in Cherbourg in september 2023.
As the first French cruise line to test this new generation of biofuels, PONANT continues to progress its sustainability and decarbonisation strategy, in particular its commitment to reducing its CO2 emissions by 30% per navigation day by 20301.
Mathieu Petiteau, Newbuilding and R&D Director at PONANT said:
This first marine biofuel test is part of our roadmap as their carbon footprint is infinitely lower than conventional fuels, with a 90% reduction of CO2 emissions.
“They are produced from used cooking oils, can be incorporated directly into engines and are available now. We want to help demonstrate that it is a credible alternative that can contribute to decarbonising PONANT’s fleet and the entire maritime industry.”
Our objective is to use biofuels in our entire fleet
Le Champlain is fitted with Wartsila diesel engines and B100 is totally compatible as a drop-in fuel to meet targets. With CO2 emissions 90% lower than fossil fuels, it exceeds European requirements for 2035.
In compliance with legislation, the first bunkering will be accompanied by a series of tests to ensure in particular that NOx emissions remain compliant with regulatory specifications. SOx, particulates and black carbon emissions will also be measured. Once this trial stage has been completed, PONANT plans to roll out its use to the rest of its fleet, subject to supply capacities.
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Sustainable Energy: PONANT at the Forefront with ALTENS Biofuel Based on Recycled Oils, September 25, 2023
