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Market Chatter: Malaysia to Launch B15 Biodiesel Blend in Stages

-- Malaysia will introduce the B15 biodiesel blend gradually to prevent disruptions to the existing fuel supply chain, The Star reported Friday, citing Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

He said the gradual approach is necessary to ensure blending operations can be adjusted smoothly, particularly at fuel blending centres, without requiring major infrastructure upgrades at the initial stage. The government currently uses B10, while B15 contains 15% palm oil-based biodiesel and 85% petroleum diesel, reportedly.

Akmal added that higher blends such as B20 and B30 will require further infrastructure investment and system upgrades before they can be implemented, the news outlet said.

(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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