Fuel a Better Future With HVO
Lower your business’ emissions by 90% without having to modify your engine with HVO Fuel
Reduce Your Emissions With Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil Fuel.
HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) renewable diesel is a direct substitute for red and white diesel. It works well in both on-road and off-road vehicles and machinery.
HVO is unique because it comes from sustainable raw materials, like vegetable oils. This results in a 90% reduction in net CO2 emissions compared to regular diesel. Therefore, HVO is a great option for businesses that want to be environmentally friendly and reduce their carbon footprint.
Switch to renewable diesel—HVO—today and reduce your business’s fuel-related greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90%.
Let’s join forces to create a greener, more sustainable future!
Switch to renewable diesel HVO and cut your business’s fuel-related greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% instantly.
Oilfast UK is dedicated to helping your company reach your sustainability goals.
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Slashes Carbon Dioxide equivalent by 90%
Extended Life Span of up to 10 years
Excellent cold-weather performance with a CFFP point of -27°C
What Is HVO?
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil or HVO is a biofuel made from waste, such as food waste or processed vegetable oils. HVO uses a specialist method of hydrotreatment to turn it into a biofuel. Due to how it’s made, HVO is classed as renewable diesel and renowned for having a longer shelf life than other biodiesels. This fuel type is becoming increasingly popular in the UK & Europe as companies focus on becoming more environmentally friendly
Let’s Explore The Differences Between HVO And Other Diesel Fuels.
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) represents a distinctive alternative to conventional diesel fuels. This eco-friendly option serves as a sustainable substitute for traditional diesel types. HVO fuels have been documented to significantly reduce emissions of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide from the outset of their usage.
Experts have noted that the production process for HVO provides it with a competitive advantage over other biofuels, particularly because it is not constrained by the 7% blending limit applicable to more conventional biofuels. Moreover, due to its hydroprocessing treatment, HVO may offer enhanced stability compared to unmodified oils.
Working Together To Create A Greener Future.
The utilisation of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel is instrumental in the endeavour to mitigate climate change. The process of hydrotreating vegetable oils provides a contemporary method for producing high-quality diesel fuels from entirely renewable resources, which can be replenished as needed.
The cultivation of crops designated for HVO production contributes to environmental protection, enhances natural ecosystems, and helps to decrease global deforestation. HVO presents a comprehensive solution in terms of environmental sustainability, operational efficacy, and performance reliability.
Benefits Of Using HVO
HVO fuel offers up to a 90% reduction in net CO2 emissions, providing an immediate reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions.
It is renewable, sustainable, and 100% biodegradable, being made from certified waste. Our HVO is ISCC and RFAS approved, ensuring both sustainability and product integrity.
It reduces notifiable particulate matter (PM) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions in exhaust systems with no after-treatment (abatement), leading to improved air quality.
HVO is a drop-in replacement for regular diesel and gas oil. It meets the EN15940 standard for paraffinic fuels, ASTM D975, and the Fuel Quality Directive 2009/30/EC Annex II. s with no after-treatment (abatement), leading to improved air quality.
It offers excellent cold-weather performance, with a higher cetane number (up to 90) and a low cloud point, providing better starting performance, clean combustion, and less chance of waxing in extreme temperatures.
HVO has a high flashpoint, leading to improved safety, storage, and handling compared to regular diesel.
There is a reduced need for regular testing, as impurities are removed during the production process, eliminating the key factors for fuel degradation and increasing shelf life to around 10 years.
Switching to our HVO fuel has a low upfront cost, making it the most cost-effective solution compared to EV/hydrogen, as no infrastructure changes are needed.
HVO FUEL FACTS
How Is HVO Fuel Made?
HVO is produced through a chemical two-stage process called hydrotreatment. In this process, feedstocks are saturated with hydrogen at high temperatures (over 300 °C), followed by a stage of isomerisation/cracking to give the end product the desired fuel qualities.
The highly controlled HVO fuel production process ensures a consistent and top-quality product. HVO does not contain any esters or contamination, which prevents its performance from being affected at the point of use or after extended storage. This ensures it doesn’t react with water or oxygen or form sludge while in storage. HVO fuel is also resistant to attack by the “diesel bug,” allowing it to be stored for extended periods of time.
Growth and reuse cycle
HVO is produced from waste streams and plant and animal matter. Plants are grown, oils are taken away, used for their main purpose, recollected, and then converted into HVO. When HVO is burned, any CO2 that is released is then sequestered back into a plant on the next regrowth cycle. This closed loop ensures there is no net CO2 increase.
HVO FUEL FACTS
Using HVO?
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) exhibits characteristics nearly indistinguishable from those of traditional fossil fuel diesel. It can serve as an alternative to fossil fuels without necessitating upgrades to existing infrastructure or the removal of current stock. The transition from fossil fuels, such as red diesel, to HVO is remarkably straightforward; customers may simply order, top up their tanks, and continue operations. HVO is most commonly utilized in:
- Rail, haulage and transport
- Industrial trucsk and tankers
- Construction equipment and machinery
- Agricultural tractors and machines
- Boats and vessels operating within Inland Waterways
- Commercial Boilers
- Portable Generators at Events & Festivals
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Why Choose Us For HVO Supply?
As the significance of climate change continues to rise, it is more critical than ever for businesses to contribute to reducing their emissions. The journey toward a greener future has become essential for many companies.
Receive a quarterly sustainability declaration to assist with company carbon reporting.
We offer full traceability of our product, which is ISCC-verified and RFAS-approved.
Take advantage of our HVO trials so you can compare them with diesel and analyse the results before rolling them out fully.
Our in-house HVO experts are available to provide full support on your Net Zero journey.
Our standard delivery time is 24-48 hours, ensuring quick and reliable supply.
We provide end-to-end fuel management, from fuel uplift to tank cleaning and HVO supply.
Traceability Of Our Product
Our product is exclusively composed of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) and complies with stringent standards related to greenhouse gas emissions, feedstock sustainability, and supply chain transparency. We take significant pride in ensuring a consistent supply and distributing our product throughout the United Kingdom while maintaining comprehensive traceability of our feedstocks and transparency regarding our sustainability claims. Additionally, Oilfast UK has received certification from the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC), and our product is subject to ISCC verification upon import. This process is underpinned by a fully validated and auditable supply chain. Furthermore, we are recognized as an approved fuel supplier under the Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme (RFAS), which allows us to provide our HVO customers with a quarterly Renewable Fuels Declaration in arrears.
What Is HVO Made From?
HVO is made from waste materials and from plants and animals. We grow plants to extract oils used for their main purpose. Afterwards, we collect the leftover materials and convert them into HVO. When we burn HVO, it releases CO2, but this CO2 is absorbed back into plants during their next growth cycle. This process ensures that there is no net increase in CO2.
HVO fuel can be made from several feedstocks, which includes:
- Animal fats (rendered fat from the meat industry)
- Vegetable oils (soybean oil and rapeseed oil)
- Waste oils (used cooking oils)
Facts About HVO
HVO assists businesses in adopting more eco-friendly practices by utilizing sustainable and biodegradable fuel.
- Cuts net CO2 by up to 90%
- Drop-in alternative for on and off-road diesel
- Up to 10-year storage lifespan
- Derived from certified waste sources
- FAME and fossil-free
- Clean burning fuel
- Excellent low temperature performance
- Approved by manufacturers
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you interested in HVO fuel? We’ve put together a series of FAQs to give you a better understanding of HVO. Got another question? Get in touch!
What is HVO?
HVO stands for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil and it’s one of the cleanest fuels on the market. You may also hear it being referred to as HVO diesel or HVO renewable diesel.
It’s a second-generation, synthetic, advanced renewable diesel that eliminates up to 90% of net CO2 and significantly reduces nitrogen oxide (NOx), particulate matter (PM) and carbon monoxide (CO) emissions.
As a paraffinic, renewable fuel, HVO can be used as a drop-in alternative to red and white diesel as it meets EN 15940 standards and Fuel Quality Directive 2009/30/EC Annex II.
How is HVO Produced?
HVO is produced through a chemical two-stage process called hydrotreatment. In this process, feedstocks are saturated with hydrogen at high temperatures (over 300 °C), followed by a stage of isomerisation/cracking to give the end product the desired fuel qualities.
The highly controlled HVO fuel production process ensures a consistent and top-quality product. HVO does not contain any esters or contamination, which prevents its performance from being affected at the point of use or after extended storage. This ensures it doesn’t react with water or oxygen or form sludge while in storage. HVO fuel is also resistant to attack by the “diesel bug,” allowing it to be stored for extended periods of time.
Growth and reuse cycle
HVO is produced from waste streams and plant and animal matter. Plants are grown, oils are taken away, used for their main purpose, recollected, and then converted into HVO. When HVO is burned, any CO2 that is released is then sequestered back into a plant on the next regrowth cycle. This closed loop ensures there is no net CO2 increase.
How does HVO Reduce Emissions?
To demonstrate the reduction of emissions from using HVO fuel, we enlisted a fully independent test centre to compare the chemical output of both fuels in a 275 KVA generator. The results showed a significant NOx reduction of 7.5% across both tests, showing that using HVO fuel improves air quality by simply changing the fuel in non-designated areas.
The CO, CO2 and hydrocarbons (HC) results highlighted the improved burning characteristic of HVO fuel compared to the standard fuel. In particular, the large reduction in HC demonstrated that more of the HVO injected into the cylinder is combusted, reflecting the consistent nature of the fuel in terms of hydrocarbon molecules that it contains.
The table below compares the different characteristics of HVO fuel, FAME, and regular diesel.
| Characteristic | Diesel | FAME | HVO Fuel |
| BIO Content | 0 | 100 | 100 |
| Oxygen Level | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Sulphur Content | <10 | <1 | <5 |
| Specific Gravity | 0,84 | 0,88 | 0,78 |
| Distillation Level, C | 200 – 350 | 340 – 355 | 200 – 320 |
| Cetane Level | 51 | 50 – 65 | 70 – 90 |
| Stability from Oxidation | Average | Below Average – Poor | Excellent |
What can HVO be made from?
HVO fuel can be made from several feedstocks which include:
Animal fats (rendered fat from the meat industry)
Vegetable oils (soybean oil and rapeseed oil)
Waste oils (used cooking oils)
Benefits of HVO
There are many benefits including:
Sustainability
Up to 90% reduction in net CO2 emissions
Emits fewer particles and NOx, improving air quality
ISCC and RFAS approved
Zero FAME, sulphur and fossil content
Fully biodegradable, sustainable and non-toxic
Compatibility
Adheres to EN 15940:2016 specifications
Direct replacement for red and white diesel
Approved by a huge number of OEMs
Improved performance
Extended lifespan of up to 10 years
More stable than biodiesel (FAME)
Reduced need for regular testing
Resistant to oxidation and microbial growth
Year-round performance with no need for seasonal grade changes
Excellent cold-weather performance with a CFFP point of -27oC
Free from aromatics, sulphur and metals
Has HVO been approved by manufacturers?
HVO is OEM approved. Manufacturers have approved HVO and identified there is no degradation in performance.
HVO contains a specifically designed performance additive, which includes deposit control compounds, lubricity improves and other surface-active agents to ensure cleanliness and optimum combustion throughout the fuel system. Through minimising NOX it allows the additive to promote passive regeneration of the PDF system.
Is HVO Carbon Neutral?
Whilst HVO can significantly reduce the net CO2 emissions compared to fossil diesel, it’s not entirely carbon neutral. It’s carbon footprint depends on the feedstock used and the production process.
Does HVO reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
As mentioned above, HVO makes improvements in air quality. HVO offers up to 90% greenhouse gas savings, therefore achieving carbon reductions for its users by switching fuel from fossil diesel.
HVO and it’s impact in the Construction industry?
As everyone knows, the construction industry is a significant polluter and harms air quality. Particulates around construction sites contribute to poor air quality. Due to the reliance on plants and machinery that has no viable alternative to the diesel engine, the potential to reduce emissions through changing to advanced fuels such as HVO is an easy win. It requires no capital expenditure or changes in logistics. By using HVO fuel, local air quality can be immediately improved. If construction companies switch to HVO, we could entirely remove the use of fossil fuels.
Can I mix HVO And Diesel?
Yes, it’s okay to mix, as HVO fuel is fully miscible with mineral diesel, so you can simply top up your existing diesel stocks and go! However, due to diesel’s properties, many of the benefits will be lost if they are mixed. When possible, start with a clean tank of HVO to guarantee its long storage life and high-quality attributes.
What The Difference Between HVO And Other Fuels?
HVO is different to other diesel fuels. Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil is an eco-friendly alternative to other traditional types of diesel. HVO fuels have been reported to reduce carbon monoxide and dioxide straight from the initial usage.
Some experts have highlighted that the HVO process gives it an advantage over other biofuels, as it is not subject to the 7% blend rule when blended for diesel which more conventional biofuels are subject to. Thanks to its hydro-processing treatment, it’s also potentially more stable than unmodified oil.
What is HVO Used For?
Applications
Transportation: Buses, trucks, and personal vehicles.
Industry: Construction machinery and agricultural equipment.
Power Generation: Backup generators and off-grid power systems.
Marine and Aviation (Future Potential): Promising as a sustainable fuel for ships and planes
HVO fuel is being adopted by a wide range of industries as a direct alternative to diesel, including construction, rail, events, marine and public transport due to its wide-ranging environmental and operational benefits.
It’s commonly used in:
Portable generators
Commercial boilers
Agricultural tractors and machinery
Industrial trucks and tankers
Boats and vessels operating within inland waterways
Construction equipment and machinery
Does HVO Contain Palm?
We use approved HVO suppliers who do not support the use or sale of palm oil derived HVO and will only supply ISCC verified waste derived product into the market.
The Proof of Sustainability (POS) confirms the origin of raw material and ensures that users can verify the credentials of HVO. Our renewable diesel product does not contain any products that contribute to global deforestation and is therefore accepted by the RFTO. It also qualifies for further RFTO credits as it’s derived from 100% waste products.
Where can I buy HVO?
Oilfast UK is delighted to be able to offer its customers HVO as a greener alternative. For more information on HVO contact your local expert on 01452 905 263 or enquiries@oilfast-uk.co.uk
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