Biofuel Supply Chain

Targray Technology International [website], situate in the U.S.A., is an international leader in the sourcing, transporting, storage, trading and supply of biofuel and feedstock. Supported by an extensive network of managed rail cars and fuel terminals, our company is focused on creating biofuel energy solutions that address the growing global demand for low-carbon transportation fuels.

Established in 2012, the Targray Biofuels Division is one of the largest and fastest-growing suppliers of bio-based fuel and feedstock in the United States, Canada and Europe.

Benefiting from 30 years of experience in international trade, supply chain management and wholesale distribution, our company is well-positioned to support the global growth in demand for low-carbon fuels for gasoline and diesel engines.

Our value-driven biofuel procurement programs help fuel retailers, diesel distributors, commodity traders and refineries in North America and Europe grow their profitability while creating a more sustainable economy for future generations.

International Exports

Our international reach allows us to source from fuel and feedstock suppliers worldwide, ensuring global procurement efficiencies for customers.

Turnkey Supply Solutions

Our biodiesel supply capabilities and compliance expertise enables us to create turnkey blending solutions for distributors and retailers alike.

Biofuels Trading

We procure biofuel from the lowest-cost U.S. and EU producers and efficiently move that fuel to retailers and truck stops in under-served markets.

Feedstock Marketing

We establish distribution agreements with certified feedstock producers, matching their products with our biofuel customers in the U.S. and Europe.

U.S. Biodiesel Distribution

With increased awareness of the economic benefits of biodiesel blending, a number of U.S. diesel retailers are now offering blends above the EPA-suggested B5 (5% biodiesel), creating greater-than-anticipated demand in many markets.

As one of the country's largest biodiesel distributors, Targray is focused on strengthening the U.S. biodiesel supply chain and creating new efficiencies through strategic infrastructure investments. Our American biodiesel distribution network is continuously expanding to meet increased demand along all major transport corridors, even in regions distant from production and supply facilities.

EU Distribution

Our European biodiesel team creates valuable solutions for EU commodity traders, brokers, distributors, retailers and transportation firms.

Biodiesel in Canada

The push to grow Canada's economy while combating climate change is driving governments and businesses across the country to seek out renewable alternatives to fossil fuels. Biodiesel - a low-emissions renewable fuel made from used cooking oils, animal fats and seeds - is an increasingly accessible and cost-efficient blending solution for Canada's diesel suppliers and consumers.

Through the combined efforts of its Biofuels and Refined Products businesses in Quebec, Ontario, and Alberta, Targray is focused on meeting the growing supply needs of the Canadian Biodiesel Market. Our B100 marketing programs are designed to allow fuel refiners, retailers and bulk distributors across Canada to increase their bottom lines while helping create a more sustainable economy.

EU Biodiesel Solutions

As a leading international marketer and distributor of biofuels, Targray is well positioned to support the evolving requirements of EU biodiesel producers and consumers.

Operating out of Targray offices in Geneva, Switzerland, our European biodiesel team works collaboratively with major EU commodity traders, brokers, biofuel producers, diesel distributors, fuel retailers and transport companies to create new efficiencies across the low-carbon fuel supply chain. Our biodiesel tank positions in Antwerp, Belgium enable us to ensure a secure, dependable supply of fuel for customers throughout Europe.

Biofuel Definitions

B100 (pure biodiesel) is a 100% bio-based fuel derived from biomass. B100 fuel can be used in diesel engines built since 1994, provided the engines are fitted with biodiesel-compatible parts. Biodiesel feedstocks include vegetable oils, animal fats, used cooking oil (UCO) and algae.

B5 is a biodiesel blend consisting of 5 percent biodiesel and 95 percent petroleum diesel. B5 fuel is the most commonly found biodiesel blend in the U.S., where its use is mandated in several states.

B7 is a biodiesel blend containing 7 percent biodiesel. Like all blends containing between 6 and 20 percent biodiesel, B7 fuel is covered by the ASTM D7467 specification. Its use is mandated in several jurisdictions including Germany (for road use) and Malaysia (for industrial use).

B10 is the term used to describe biodiesel blends with 10 percent biodiesel content. It is most commonly found in Southeast Asia, primarily due to biodiesel policies in Thailand and Malaysia.

B20 is a higher-level biodiesel blend containing up to 20 percent biodiesel. A majority of diesel car and truck makers selling in the United States allow B20 use in their vehicles.

B99 is the highest-level biodiesel blend, containing between 1 and 0.1 percent petroleum diesel. It is more commercially available than pure biodiesel (B100) in the United States.

E10 is a biofuel blend consisting of up to 10 percent ethanol and 90 percent gasoline. It is the most common of all biofuel blends currently sold in the United States.

E15 is a low-level ethanol blend comprised of 15 percent ethanol. The Environmental Protection Agency approves E15 for use in vehicles model year 2001 and younger.

E85 is a higher-level ethanol blend containing between 51 and 83 percent ethanol. E85 should only be used in FFVs (Flexible Fuel Vehicles).

Renewable Diesel

Renewable diesel is a biomass-derived diesel fuel refined via hydro-processing. The refining process creates a fuel that is chemically identical to petroleum diesel.

Cellulosic Biofuels

Fuels derived from non-food-based biomass such as crop residue or switch grass are referred to as Cellulosic Biofuels. One such example is biobutanol, which can be blended with other fuels and used in conventional gasoline vehicles.