Weichai Power Launches Singapore's First 100% Biodiesel Research Harbour Ship

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SINGAPORE , July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The President 100, a 16-metre harbour ship powered entirely by 100% biodiesel (B100), was officially launched in Singapore . The vessel is equipped with two Weichai WP13C450-18BF marine engines and two CCFJ20J-W5BF generator sets, providing the core propulsion system for this milestone project. Jointly developed by Weichai, the China Classification Society ( Singapore ), Nanyang Technological University's Marine Energy and Sustainable Development Centre (MESD), and Pinnacle Marine, the launch marks the start of full-scale operational testing for B100 marine fuel in real-world conditions. Built by local shipyard Pinnacle Marine, President 100 will undergo a 1,000-hour continuous trial in Singapore's port waters. The trial aims to assess B100's long-term performance, emissions, and reliability — providing critical data for the development of future refueling, storage, and operational standards. As one of the key clean-energy solutions in maritime decarbonization, B100 biodiesel offers an immediate pathway toward net-zero operations. Weichai's high-efficiency marine power systems optimized for B100 not only reduce emissions, but also set a benchmark for the global shipping industry's green transformation. This project is expected to serve as a reference model for Singapore's maritime energy transition and contribute to establishing industry-wide standards for biodiesel-powered vessels. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/weichai-power-launches-singapores-first-100-biodiesel-research-harbour-ship-302506479.html SOURCE Weichai Power Co.,Ltd

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