GoodFuels is a fast-growing, Netherland’s based pioneer and global market leader in development, distribution, sales and marketing of second generation sustainable biofuels. GoodFuels’ biofuels are suited for a wide variety of transport segments – shipping and heavy-duty vehicles - for which biofuels are one of the best or only viable alternative in the foreseeable future.
When was GoodFuels founded?
GoodFuels was founded by Dirk Kronemeijer in 2015, focusing on sustainable fuel options for Marine, Road, & Rail applications.
What is GoodFuels founder Dirk Kronemeijer’s background?
Dirk Kronemeijer (1974) achieved his MSc in Business Economics from the University of Groningen and he completed executive programs at the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) and INSEAD. Prior to starting GoodFuels, Dirk founded SkyNRG, the Amsterdam-based global pioneer and market leader in sustainable aviation biofuel and serving more than 25 aviation customers on more than 5 continents. Before his time at GoodFuels and SkyNRG, Dirk worked for 12 years in the airline industry in London and Amsterdam for both low-cost as flag carriers, his last position being (the youngest ever) Vice President at KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
How big GoodFuels’ organisation?
In 2021, our team of Better World activists has grown from 16 to 30. We now have 12 nationalities on board- and we continue to grow the team in a steep curve in 2022 — all based out of our brand new super cool offices in Amsterdam, Rotterdam–with our amazing FinCo Fuel Group colleagues who have been essential in enabling our steep growth– and Singapore.
What milestones did GoodFuels achieve?
2015 — GoodFuels introduced the world’s first marine biofuel bunkering, together with Boskalis and Wärtsilä.
2017 — First inland waterway pilot with Heineken.
2017 — GoodFuels launches the GoodShipping Program, the worlds’ first sustainable shipping initiative that enables freight owners to change the global fuel mix.
2018 — GoodFuels and D/S Norden initiated the world’s first ocean-going vessel to make a voyage on biofuels – a direct replacement for arguably the dirtiest heavy fuel oil ever invented by mankind – saving up to 90% in carbon and 100% in sulphur emissions.
2018 — First blockchain biofuel bunkering, together with Samskip.
2019 — Another world first for GoodFuels and client Boskalis in operating a dredging vessel on 100 percent biofuel.
2019 — GoodFuels and Ikea introduced the world’s first container vessel to sail on biofuel.
GoodFuels introduced the award-winning GoodShipping Program in 2017. The program evolved into a separate company in 2018 and is the worlds’ first sustainable shipping initiative that offers companies – worldwide and of all sizes – the opportunity to make container shipments less polluting by offering a way to change the fuel mix. With lighthouse clients such IKEA, Heineken, and Tony Chocolonely, GoodShipping empowers freight owners to take control over their transport emissions. By enabling freight owners to indirectly choose biofuels for their shipments, GoodShipping accelerates the change of the marine fuel mix from dirty fossil fuels to sustainable low carbon biofuels.
What is GoodFuels’ annual turnover?
Our turnover figures are not public, but we are growing at an exponential rate since GoodFuels was founded in 2015. To give you an idea, we have delivered close to 3 times more sustainable biofuel last year than we did in 2020. Great acceleration towards the payoff of all our companies: a Better World.
How many tonnes of fuel does GoodFuels sell, annualy?
It’s hard to put an exact number on it. Our best-selling biofuel recipe is GoodFuels MR1-100, allowing for 90% CO2 reduction and by now widely renowned for its outstanding product quality and drop-in aspects, supported by leading OEMs. It has made us the undisputed world market leader in sustainable marine biofuel and can be regared as of the key drivers behind the staggering growth of the global marine biofuel industry.
How many clients does GoodFuels serve?
We can’t disclose the exact number, but in 2021 GoodFuels has bunkered 134 clients, including 32 night-time bunkerings.
Where do these deliveries take place, globally?
We bunker clients on a wide variety of locations. In 2021, we did our first significant volumes in some key international markets – and in February 2022, we announced the opening of GoodFuels Singapore, the first GoodFuels office outside of Europe.
What new fuels is GoodFuels working on?
Our Sourcing & Innovation team is currently testing a variety of sustainable bio residual components to boost production for already the largest 100% sustainable marine fuel pool in the world – and working hard on other sustainable fuel technologies as well-such as bio-methanol and upgraded pyrolysis oil.
What percentage of the biofuel market does your operation account for?
Today, we estimate that biofuels currently account for approximately 5-10% of all fuel supplied at the Port of Rotterdam. The aim is for biofuels to represent 20% to 30% of the marine bunker fuel market by 2050.
How does GoodFuels develop its sustainable fuel solutions?
GoodFuels works closely with feedstock owners, technology developers, research institutes and universities, to bring innovations from lab to commercial application. Together we develop high-quality, sustainable, scalable and affordable biofuels.
What feedstocks are GoodFuels’ biofuels made of?
GoodFuels’ biofuels are produced from certified feedstock that is labelled a waste or residue. With no land-use issues and no competition with food production or deforestation. All biofuels GoodFuels offers are certified by the leading schemes of the world ensuring true sustainability and transparency of the supply chain. The type of feedstocks GoodFuels uses are approved by our independent sustainability board, to make sure all its biofuels meet the highest sustainability requirements.
How sustainable are GoodFuels’ biofuels?
GoodFuels’ biofuels meet the highest sustainability requirements and are reviewed by our independent sustainability board. This ensures that by using our products you are really contributing to a better world.
