Circle K has recently announced the expansion of its ‘milesBIO HVO100’ renewable fuel offering across Ireland, marking a significant step in the company's sustainability efforts. This expansion includes adding three new milesBIO HVO100 locations within its network, bringing the total to eight across the nation. The new installations are at Circle K Monaghan, Circle K City North on the M1 and Kill South on the M7/N7 in Co. Kildare.
Branded milesBIO HVO100 by Circle K, HVO is a biofuel derived from food industry waste and by-products. It provides a fossil-free alternative to diesel and is claimed to reduce carbon emissions by up to 90 per cent compared to traditional diesel. Circle K has invested over €2 million into HVO projects this year. Circle K's own logistics fleet has transitioned to HVO, reducing carbon emissions for fuel deliveries.
This move aligns with the Irish government's ambition to cut transport carbon emissions by 50 per cent by 2030. The company's ongoing and upcoming HVO projects, which include enhancing storage facilities at its terminals, are part of its efforts to meet the evolving market demands for sustainable fuel solutions.
Jonathan Diver, Senior Director of Fuel at Circle K Ireland said: "We are committed to supporting our business customers in their efforts to reduce carbon emissions through innovative sustainable fuel solutions. Since we introduced milesBIO HVO100 to the Irish market in 2022, we have collaborated closely with numerous commercial partners, including industry leaders like Musgrave, Stobart Logistics and, more recently, Frylite Solutions and DFDS, and we are already seeing the impact of milesBIO HVO100 on their respective operations."
Michael Kelly, Frylite Solutions' Field Sales Manager, also expressed enthusiasm for the partnership with Circle K: "This partnership with Circle K to promote HVO-based biofuel reflects our ongoing efforts to innovate and support Ireland's journey towards a more sustainable future, aligning with our vision to recycle waste into renewable energy and reduce carbon footprints across the industry. We are delighted to work with the Circle K team with a shared vision of a cleaner, safer future."