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  • December 12, 2025

Securing Biodiesel Maritime Future

Introduction

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has launched a major partnership to expand marine biodiesel operations in China, signalling a future-focused shift toward sustainable fuels. As the maritime sector embraces greener propulsion, operators must anticipate evolving security challenges tied to fuel logistics and vessel integrity.

Industry context

Alternative fuels like biodiesel introduce new dynamics in maritime risk, from piracy and organised crime targeting fuel supply chains, to cyber and operational threats linked to onboard fuel handling systems. Compliance frameworks like ISPS and IMO 2020 must now contend with these complexities. Crew safety protocols and routing strategies will also need adaptation to these emerging fuel pathways.

Practical measures

  • Implement fuel-specific security drills covering biodiesel storage and handling scenarios.
  • Deploy trained onboard security teams familiar with alternative fuel regulations and risks.
  • Use intel-led routing to avoid corridors with reported fuel theft or sabotage incidents.
  • Update SOPs in line with ISPS and MARPOL provisions for alternative fuels.
  • Integrate technology that monitors and controls biodiesel storage conditions remotely.

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Source

Original article: Splash247

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