by Pierre Poitras, Technical Consultant, Conidia Bioscience
Increasing percentages of bio-components are being added to marine fuels to help meet regulations and reduce the shipping sector's environmental impact.
But what difference does this make to fuel husbandry, and are there any risks to the marine operators?
There are certainly some areas for concern, and fuel management procedures may need to be adapted to avoid unnecessary maintenance costs or damage to engine systems.
Let us look at how the increased percentage of biofuels can raise the cost of fuel as well as leave it susceptible to microbes.
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