Ports of Jersey are proud to work with ATF, Swissport, OceanAir and Loganair as we continue our commitment to a sustainable future and driving down emissions under our direct control by switching our airport and harbour vehicle fleet to HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) – a low-carbon alternative to diesel that can cut emissions by up to 90%.
Over 70 Ports of Jersey vehicles are now using HVO, a drop-in solution that is compatible with most diesel engines and can be used without any modification. In May we introduced a Private Aviation Decarbonisation Charge and use every penny to help fund sustainability initiatives that reduce our emissions. Vehicle conversion to HVO is one of these initiatives and is another important step in Ports of Jersey’s wider ambitions to become operationally net-zero by 2030.
Ports of Jersey’s Head of Sustainability and Community Value, Sophie Alexander, said: “Switching our diesel vehicle fleet at the airport and harbour, just over 70 vehicles, to a cleaner, low-emission option is a huge step forward for us, and one we’re really excited about. It’s a big win for our net-zero goals and shows what’s possible when we push for real change. We’re also thrilled to be supporting our airport operators as they transition to HVO, hitting our sustainability targets is a team effort and we are on this journey together!”
The transition has been made possible by fuel supplier ATF replacing diesel with HVO at Ports of Jersey’s fuel tanks with business partners including Swissport, OceanAir and Loganair also switching their airside vehicles to HVO.
ATF Director, Jonathan Best, said: “We are delighted to support Ports of Jersey in driving forward its ambitious sustainability goals by enabling the use of HVO across all airside operations – including aviation refuelling trucks, baggage-handling equipment, and firefighting and maintenance vehicles. Every diesel vehicle will now run on HVO. And at ATF, we’re leading by example: we’ve committed our entire landside fleet to the same fuel, delivering up to a 90% reduction in tailpipe carbon emissions. It’s a powerful step towards cleaner, more responsible operation for the island.”