Neste and Partners Introduce Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ for Sustainable River Cruises in the Netherlands

Neste and Partners Introduce Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ for Sustainable River Cruises in the Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) Neste, in collaboration with OK Slurink and Scylla, has launched an initiative to enhance sustainability in the river cruise industry in the Netherlands. Since February 2024, OK Slurink has been supplying Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ to Scylla’s fleet of 40 river cruise ships. This renewable fuel, derived from 100% renewable raw materials, significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil diesel. The partnership aims to promote eco-friendly practices without requiring engine modifications, signaling a pivotal step towards sustainable river cruise operations.

(PRESS RELEASE) ESPOO, 28-Jun-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Neste and OK Slurink, in collaboration with Scylla, have launched a pioneering effort to enhance sustainability within the river cruise sector in the Netherlands. Since February 2024, OK Slurink, a subsidiary of Catom B.V., has been supplying Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ to Scylla’s fleet of 40 river cruise ships. This renewable fuel, derived entirely from renewable raw materials, offers a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil diesel, aligning with environmental goals in inland shipping.

Neste MY Renewable Diesel is noted for its immediate availability and compatibility as a drop-in solution for all diesel-powered vessels, requiring no engine modifications or infrastructure investments. This partnership underscores a collective commitment to reducing carbon footprints and promoting sustainable practices in the river cruise industry.

Marc Wouters, Sales Manager, Renewable Products at Neste, emphasized, “Neste MY Renewable Diesel is a practical solution for lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Its production from 100% renewable raw materials supports our mission to assist customers in achieving sustainability targets, making it a pivotal component in advancing sustainable river cruises.”

Alwin Slurink of OK Slurink echoed this sentiment, stating, “Partnering with Neste and Scylla is a significant step towards our sustainability objectives. The availability of Neste MY Renewable Diesel for river cruises underscores our commitment to environmental responsibility.”

Scylla, operating one of the largest fleets in the river cruise industry, views this collaboration as essential for driving environmental progress. Robert Reitsma from Scylla highlighted, “Incorporating Neste MY Renewable Diesel into our operations is a strategic move towards sustainability. This partnership reflects our dedication to reducing our environmental impact in the Netherlands.”

The initiative not only sets a precedent for sustainable practices in river cruises but also showcases the feasibility of adopting eco-friendly alternatives seamlessly. The joint effort by Neste, OK Slurink, and Scylla sends a clear signal to the industry, urging broader adoption of sustainable practices in river cruise operations across the Netherlands and beyond.

Neste in brief

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) uses science and innovative technology to transform waste and other resources into renewable fuels and circular raw materials. The company creates solutions for combating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. Being the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel and a forerunner in developing renewable and circular feedstock solutions for polymers and chemicals, the company aims to help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by at least 20 million tons annually by 2030.

The company’s ambition is to make the Porvoo oil refinery in Finland the most sustainable refinery in Europe. Neste is committed to reaching carbon-neutral production by 2035, and will reduce the carbon emission intensity of sold products by 50% by 2040. Neste has also set high standards for biodiversity, human rights and the supply chain. The company has consistently been included in the CDP and the Global 100 lists of the world’s most sustainable companies. In 2023, Neste’s revenue stood at EUR 22.9 billion. Read more: neste.com

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