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JAKARTA – The Indonesian government has reassured drivers that its B50 biodiesel, a fuel blend incorporating 50% palm oil, is completely safe for vehicles and will not cause engine damage. This assurance comes as the higher biodiesel concentration has undergone extensive testing in preparation for its nationwide implementation.
Dwi Anggia, spokesperson for the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry, stated that the B50 program was initiated only after thorough studies, comprehensive technical trials, and detailed performance evaluations, as reported by Business Today. Anggia emphasized that the introduction of B50 is not an impromptu decision but 'the result of a nearly two-decade journey in national biodiesel development.'
Anggia further noted that the government had proactively addressed public concerns regarding engine safety, making it a top priority well before the program's official launch. Indonesia's biodiesel development roadmap commenced in 2008 with a modest 2.5% biodiesel blend (B2.5). Since then, the blending mandate has progressively increased through stages including B10, B20, B30, B35, and B40. Each subsequent phase was preceded by meticulous technical testing and performance assessments.
For the B50 program, which became effective on July 1, 2026, the ministry expanded its testing protocols. These expanded trials were conducted in collaboration with various industry stakeholders to guarantee the fuel's reliability across a diverse array of applications. The comprehensive testing encompassed passenger vehicles, agricultural machinery, mining equipment, railway transport, marine vessels, and power generation plants.
According to the ministry, the collected results clearly indicated that B50 delivered superior performance compared to the preceding B40 blend. This positive outcome strongly supports the government's decision to proceed with the implementation of the higher biodiesel mandate.
Source: BioEnergy Times