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Porto de Itaqui traça plano para zerar emissões

  • Spanish Market: Biofuels, Hydrogen, Oil products
  • 16/11/23

O porto de Itaqui, no Maranhão, prepara um plano de descarbonização, a ser lançado em outubro de 2024, para zerar as emissões de gases de efeito estufa até 2050, em meio a esforços para a transição energética.

O projeto é uma parceria entre a Empresa Maranhense de Administração Portuária (Emap) e o porto espanhol de Valência, que entregará três planos de ação para auxiliar Itaqui a definir futuras políticas e medidas. O porto brasileiro movimenta, principalmente, exportações de grãos e importações de derivados de petróleo, como diesel e gasolina.

Itaqui investiu R$1,8 milhão na iniciativa e recebeu o primeiro plano de ação,a respeito da metodologia do projeto, em setembro. Para os próximos passos, Valencia entregará um inventário da pegada de carbono do porto, em referência aos dados de 2022, que servirão como marco zero para o projeto. O plano final de descarbonização será divulgado em outubro do ano que vem.

Itaqui emite 700 t/ano de carbono, de acordo com pesquisas anteriores. "Acredito que as estimativas de Valencia serão um pouco maiores, pois os parâmetros internacionais podem ser diferentes", contou a gerente de Meio Ambiente do porto, Luane Lemos, à Argus.

Os três escopos de emissões de gases de efeito estufa, relativos a diferentes níveis de atividade, serão considerados no plano, que cobrirá de caminhões a navios e equipamentos portuários. "O documento vai nos orientar como poderemos substituir veículos poluentes, por exemplo", Lemos disse. "Pode ser com ferrovias, mudando o combustível ou trazendo as regiões consumidoras para mais perto."

Os caminhos para zerar as emissões também podem incluir hidrogênio, energia solar e eólicas offshore, ela acrescentou. A iniciativa para impulsionar fontes de energia renováveis no país é uma tendência em ascensão nos portos brasileiros. Suape, Santos e Pecém já anunciaram planos para produzir hidrogênio nos próximos anos.

O estado do Maranhão também está recebendo propostas de empresas internacionais sobre hidrogênio verde, contou Lemos à Argus. "Os navios estão evoluindo para usar combustíveis alternativos, e a amônia, o hidrogênio e gás têm sido ventilados como uma possível alternativa."

Mas os combustíveis fósseis não serão deixados de lado. "O mercado está mudando e estamos tentando acompanhar o mercado de combustíveis fósseis e outras demandas que estão chegando em decorrência de alterações globais", ela afirmou. Itaqui, inclusive, começará a exportar sebo bovino para ser utilizado como matéria-prima para renováveis no mês que vem.

O projeto de descarbonização é o primeiro em um porto brasileiro e teve 90pc de aderência de outras companhias que operam em Itaqui, como operadoras arrendatárias, agências que representam navios, profissionais de praticagem e transportadoras.

As discussões sobre mudanças climáticas não são novidade no porto maranhense, tendo começado em 2021. Após os primeiros inventários de emissões, , calculados no mesmo ano, autoridades enxergaram a necessidade de construir um plano de descarbonização, apontou Lemos. "Olhamos para Valencia, que possui metas de zerar as emissões até 2030 e muita experiência no setor."


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19/11/25

Mideast Gulf gasoline flows to Singapore rise in Oct

Mideast Gulf gasoline flows to Singapore rise in Oct

Dubai, 19 November (Argus) — Gasoline exports from the Mideast Gulf to Singapore have risen sharply in October, reaching their highest level since April on the back of tight regional supplies in Asia, with additional cargoes set to sail the route this month. The Mideast Gulf exported 146,000t of finished gasoline in October, a sharp increase from just 54,000t in September, preliminary data from US analytics firm Vortexa show. Saudi Arabia led shipments for the month, accounting for nearly 80pc of the overall exports, with state-controlled Aramco booking at least one vessel for the route. Aramco is likely diverting cargoes to Singapore because its joint venture with Petronas — Malaysia's 300,000 b/d Rapid refinery — is currently off line, a market participant said. Aramco chartered the Amwaj to ship out 42,000t of gasoline from Petrorabigh, which reached Singapore's Sebraok terminal on 13 November. Dubai's Enoc booked the Bellatrix to move 32,000t of gasoline on 25 October, while TotalEnergies' shipping arm CSSA booked the Ocean Spirit to deliver a 36,000t gasoline cargo. Market participants are divided on the availability of gasoline cargoes in the Mideast Gulf. Some said ongoing refinery maintenances and operational issues at an India's state-controlled HPCL Mumbai refinery has tightened supplies in the region, while others maintain that supply concerns may be overstated given premiums for cargoes offered by Mideast Gulf refiners are edging down. Pakistan's state-owned PSO received offers for 92R and 95R gasoline cargoes at premiums of $4–5/bl for mid-November delivery to Karachi on a cfr basis, down from the $6-9/bl premiums offered for October-delivery cargoes. The 92R Mideast Gulf gasoline premiums assessed by Argus have retreated from the five-month high of $6.70/bl on 10 November to $6.50/bl on 18 November. Regional demand has also softened. Import requirements from PSO have declined and Iraq also scaled back shipments because domestic output currently exceeds consumption on the back of the addition of new refineries. PSO appears to have concluded issuing tenders for the rest of the year, a Singapore-based trader said. The latest tender, issued on 22 October, was for cargoes for delivery in early November, and there has been less import activity this month. Average monthly imports to Iraq, which typically sources gasoline from Mideast Gulf countries, has declined by roughly 35pc in January-October compared with the same period in 2024. The country announced a halt in shipments of gasoline, gasoil and kerosene on 4 November, a move that could further reduce its import needs . Tighter Asian supply Ongoing outages at HPCL's Mumbai refinery along with planned maintenance at domestic refiner HMEL this month are expected to limit India's export capacity, because refiners like Reliance and India's state-owned MRPL may need to redirect supplies to meet domestic demand. In Kuwait, state-owned KNPC shut several units at its 490,000 b/d Mina Abdullah refinery last month and it is not yet confirmed if the units have resumed operations. Aramco's Satorp refinery is scheduled to shut for 60 days in November-December. Maintenance work is also planned at the 126,000 b/d Riyadh refinery, signalling further potential supply constraints. Asian gasoline supplies have also been constrained by extensive maintenance at key regional gasoline-producing units and lower exports from China. South Korea's SK Energy has likely delayed the restart of its 840,000 b/d Ulsan refinery RFCC unit to the end of December following a fire, while traders remain uncertain about the restart of Malaysian refiner PRefChem's 300,000 b/d Pengerang RFCC units. Singapore's light distillate inventories dropped to a five-week low of 12.7mn bls in the week ending 12 November, with monthly levels hovering near a four-month low, indicating that off line capacity and strong export demand have tightened supplies ahead of expected replenishment cargoes in December . Indonesia's Pertamina has been reissuing tenders more frequently in an effort to secure better offers, highlighting the difficulties in procuring high-Ron supplies. Prompt demand from Indonesia could attract additional Middle Eastern supplies, with several cargoes already scheduled to arrive in November . By Rithika Krishna and Asill Bardh Send comments and request more information at feedback@argusmedia.com Copyright © 2025. Argus Media group . All rights reserved.

Cop: Some 'reluctant' on shift from fossil fuels


19/11/25
19/11/25

Cop: Some 'reluctant' on shift from fossil fuels

Belem, 19 November (Argus) — Some countries are still "very reluctant" to accept including a roadmap to transition away from fossil fuels in the UN Cop 30 climate summit's final documents, the event presidency said. A roadmap to phase down fossil fuels has become a key issue at Cop 30. An initial draft about issues not on the main agenda published by the presidency on Tuesday morning mentioned it, but over 80 countries asked the presidency to put it on formal negotiating tables . There are two categories of countries on roadmap negotiations: those that are "very favorable" or have "very negatives" views on it, Cop 30 president Andre Correa do Lago told reporters. "Some groups [that have negative views on the roadmap] don't want that type of language on fossil fuels, while some developing countries don't want any more obligations, independently on which topic," Cop 30 chief executive Ana Toni said. Still, it is up to developed countries to take the lead on those negotiations, Correa do Lago said. One of the main hurdles to negotiating the roadmap has been how to implement it with solutions that are appropriate for each country, Correa do Lago said. "We really need to see the economic and social implications of the transitioning away [from fossil fuels] for each country and for different regions in each country." Additionally, there are many different interpretations on what needs to enter formal documents, he said. It has been hard to decide between what has to be negotiated and what can be implemented without a formal text, he added. The wording regarding the roadmap on the presidency's initial draft was considered weak by some delegates, according to Tina Stege, the climate envoy of the Marshall Islands, speaking for negotiating bloc the alliance of small island states. The presidency's draft "reflects something that opens the door" for negotiations between favorable and reluctant countries, Correa Lago said. So it is "natural" that the more favorable countries would expect something more ambitious. But Toni said that no group of countries has explicitly told the presidency that the initial draft's wording was "weak". Finance for adaptation One of the topics in which delegates have differed the most during negotiations is finance for adaptation, Brazil's chief climate negotiator Lilian Chagas said. Adaptation covers efforts to adjust to climate change where possible. The presidency's initial drafts included a proposal to triple adaptation finance from wealthier nations to developing countries. "The [global goal on adaptation"] is absolutely central and obviously the push for an increase in adaptation resources is significant", Correa Lago said. "And we want this to be an adaptation Cop". By Lucas Parolin Send comments and request more information at feedback@argusmedia.com Copyright © 2025. Argus Media group . All rights reserved.

Thai aviation authority, airlines to collaborate on SAF


18/11/25
18/11/25

Thai aviation authority, airlines to collaborate on SAF

Singapore, 18 November (Argus) — The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) and eight Thai airlines have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on 17 November to promote sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) use in the country. The airlines are Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways, K-Mile Air, Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia X, Thai Lion Air, and Thai Vietjet Air. The Thai energy ministry's Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency (Dede) has set a target of minimum 1pc SAF use by 2026, to rise to 1-2pc over 2027-29, 3-5pc over 2030-32, and 5-8pc over 2033-37. These targets are still in place, Dede confirmed to Argus today. Airlines can decide whether to supply SAF to domestic and/or international flights. SAF produced via the hydrotreated esters and fatty acids (HEFA) pathway will likely fulfil targets over 2026-29, while a mix of HEFA SAF and SAF produced via the alcohol-to-jet pathway is expected to fulfil targets from 2030 onwards, Dede added. The MoU signing also emphasised the Thai aviation sector's commitment to supporting key measures from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), including the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (Corsia), which Thailand participates in. The MoU will support ICAO's long-term global aspirational goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions in international aviation by 2050. But CAAT recognises the challenges posed by high SAF prices, and is considering a "voluntary cost-segregation approach for international routes", expected to begin in 2026. More details were not provided, but the approach will demonstrate costs associated with reducing and offsetting carbon emissions in the country's aviation sector. CAAT will also "monitor transparency and ensure compliance with international regulations", it said. The MoU signing was also witnessed by other agencies including Dede, the Department of Energy Business, Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning, Airports of Thailand, and Bangkok Aviation Fuel Services. Thai refiner PTT and SAF producer Bangchak were also present. By Sarah Giam Send comments and request more information at feedback@argusmedia.com Copyright © 2025. Argus Media group . All rights reserved.

Rio Tinto backs low-CO2 iron plant: Correction


18/11/25
18/11/25

Rio Tinto backs low-CO2 iron plant: Correction

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US holiday travel could stretch thin gasoline stocks


17/11/25
17/11/25

US holiday travel could stretch thin gasoline stocks

Houston, 17 November (Argus) — A surge in travel for the US Thanksgiving holiday could increase driving demand and stretch already-thin gasoline stockpiles in the country. US gasoline prices may increase in the coming weeks as holiday travel spikes demand while national inventories hover at a 10-year low. 81.8mn travelers are estimated to be traveling at least 50 miles from their homes between 25 November and 1 December, according to data released by automobile association AAA on Monday. That would be an increase of 2.1pc on the year. The partial shutdown of the US federal government, which went on for 44 days from 1 October to 12 November, could shift more travel to cars as opposed to flights because of an increase in flight cancellations. This results in higher demand, which has recently lagged last year's levels. US Gulf coast Colonial pipeline CBOB prices have averaged $1.87/USG, marking an 11¢/USG decrease from the average a year prior. Chicago's West Shore/Badger CBOB prices have also been trending lower averaging $1.88/USG during the same period, a 1¢/USG decline. US Atlantic coast RBOB was the sole area to post increases at $2.09/USG, up by 6¢/USG from the average a year earlier. Most of those travelers will be driving with 89pc expected to travel by car, according to AAA. The AAA forecast would put an additional 1.3mn drivers on the road compared to last Thanksgiving, which would mark a 1.8pc increase on the year. Flights also had an increase with 6mn passengers expected to fly domestically, marking a 2pc rise from 2024. The number of flights could shrink due to the amount of cancellations that have occurred as of late, according to AAA. US gasoline stockpiles have been particularly thin this year with the most recent data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) showing total gasoline stockpiles at 205.1mn bl in the week ended 7 November, the lowest level since the week ended 14 November in 2014. Stockpiles fell by 0.9pc on the year. Some regions may be particularly impacted, with US midcontinent gasoline in the week ended 31 October falling to its lowest level on record . The four-week average of US gasoline finished gasoline product supplied, a proxy for demand, was 8.82mn bl, down by 6pc on the year according to EIA data. US flight cancellations remained high, but have eased since the reopening of the government. National flight cancellations — caused largely by a shortage of air traffic controllers — on 12 and 13 November still hovered near 1,000 but marked roughly a 50pc decrease compared to average cancellations since restrictions went into place on 7 November, according to data from flight-tracking service FlightAware. By Zach Appel Send comments and request more information at feedback@argusmedia.com Copyright © 2025. Argus Media group . All rights reserved.

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