The low carbon alternative came from the port’s local fuel distributor, Inverness-based Highland Fuels.
We spoke with Dan McDermott, Sales Manager for Highland Fuels who highlighted the key role that ports are playing in delivering a more sustainable future by switching to renewable fuels alongside construction companies and hauliers.
“We’re dedicated to helping our customers transition to a more sustainable future,” Dan explained. “The introduction of HVO at the Port of Inverness is a key step in our mission to provide low-carbon liquid fuels offering up to a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to standard marine gasoil and road diesel.
“We’re proud to support the Port of Inverness in achieving its net zero goals”
Net zero ambition
Commenting on the port’s decision to make the switch, port CEO Sinclair Browne said: “We currently run two pilot boats, and this will significantly reduce their CO2 emissions whilst improving the area’s air quality.
“Two years ago, we announced our ambition to become a net zero business by 2038, and this change will put us well on the way to achieving this goal.”
The decision by the Port of Inverness to make the switch follows a similar transition made by Montrose Port Authority in April 2024.
With Montrose also supplied by Highland Fuels, Dan shares: “We converted one of our storage tanks at the harbour to renewable fuel to serve the Port and port users, making it, we believe, the first Port in Scotland to be able to offer 100% renewable fuel quayside to port users.”
The image, provided by Highland Fuels, shows: David Muirden, Depot Manager Highland Fuels Inverness, and Sinclair Browne, Chief Executive Port of Inverness.