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Introduction<\/strong><\/h3>\n

India’s maritime sector is gearing up for a greener future, and biofuels are at the forefront. To support this transition, the Directorate General of Shipping<\/a> (DGS) has issued <\/span>Circular No. 32 of 2025<\/b>, introducing comprehensive guidelines for obtaining a <\/span>biofuel bunkering license<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

This circular is a game-changer for bunker suppliers, ship managers, port authorities, and marine fuel stakeholders. It provides a solid regulatory foundation and sets forth the best practices required for safe and sustainable biofuel supply within Indian waters.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you’re a biofuel supplier, ship manager, or terminal operator, this guide covers everything you need to know before engaging in biofuel bunkering in Indian waters.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is a Bunkering License?<\/b><\/h3>\n

A <\/span>bunkering license<\/b> authorizes suppliers to transfer marine fuels like biofuels to ships within Indian ports, terminals, or anchorages. DGS mandates that only certified bunker suppliers with a valid <\/span>Bunker Supplier Registration Certificate (BSRC)<\/b> can conduct such operations.<\/span><\/p>\n

With increasing emphasis on reducing carbon emissions, the demand for certified biofuel supply operations is set to grow exponentially. The license not only provides legal clearance but also affirms adherence to internationally recognized safety and sustainability standards.<\/span><\/p>\n

Key Highlights of DGS Circular 32 of 2025<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Section<\/b><\/td>\nRequirement<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Certification<\/span><\/td>\nQMS<\/a>,\u00a0SDS, ISCC or RSB sustainability proofs
\n<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Validity<\/span><\/td>\nInterim Certificate: 6 months, Full-Term: 5 years<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Modes Covered<\/span><\/td>\nTruck-to-Ship, Ship-to-Ship, Shore-to-Ship<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Allowed Fuels<\/span><\/td>\nFAME, HVO, FAEE, SVO, Bio-FT Diesel, BTL, Blends up to B30<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

This regulation is aimed at creating a controlled, transparent, and safety-oriented biofuel bunkering ecosystem. It ensures that operators adhere to minimum performance, fuel quality, and risk management standards.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step-by-Step: How to Get a Bunkering License<\/b><\/h3>\n
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  1. Register with DG Shipping<\/b>\n