Practical Alternative for Marine Market

Bio-Diesel use in the marine market can be practical and safe. In its pure form, Bio-Diesel is less harsh on marine environments and easier for boaters to handle and store.
Bio-Diesel can work in several marine factions. Because Bio-Diesel can replace or blend with petroleum diesel without engine modifications, it is a viable alternative to several categories of the marine industry, including: recreational boats, inland commercial and ocean-going commercial ships, research vessels and the U.S. Coast Guard Fleet. Today, much of the emphasis is on recreational boats, which consume about 95 million gallons of diesel fuel annually.
Bio-Diesel is a safe alternative fuel. Bio-Diesel has a higher flash point than regular diesel. It is classified as non-flammable by the NFPA, and is not required to carry a Hazardous Material label when being shipped.
Bio-Diesel is easier on engines. Bio-Diesel blended as low as a 2% rate with low sulfer or ultra-low sulfer petroleum diesel increases lubricity to traditional high sulfur diesel fuel levels. Field tests indicate that engine life is increased with Bio-Diesel usage.
Bio-Diesel is "user-friendly." The use of Bio-Diesel and Bio-Diesel blends results in a noticeable change in exhaust odor. The reduction in smell and change of odor are easier on ship workers and pleasure craft boaters. In fact, it's been compared to the smell of French fries. Users also report no eye irritation. Since Bio-Diesel is oxygenated, diesel engines have more complete combustion than when using petroleum fuel.