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Several of Yanmar Marine International’s diesel engines have been certified as compatible for use with hydrotreated vegetable oil, a low-carbon renewable fuel.

Yanmar said in a statement that HVO is a “drop-in” fuel and can be used as a direct replacement for fossil diesel in the certified engines either on its own or blended with diesel. No modifications or changes are required for the engines to run on HVO.

“HVO fuel will be an important option for our customers who wish to cut their emissions while enjoying time on the water,” director of sales and marketing Floris Lettinga said in the statement. “The Yanmar approval for HVO and other alternative fuels is a vital stage in our energy transition strategy. … As YMI moves towards electric and hybrid solutions, we will offer further sustainable opportunities in our mission to support a range of boaters in their journey to find cleaner, greener propulsion solutions.”

The engine models approved to run on HVO are

• 1GM

• YM Series

• JH Series

• 4LH HTP

• 4LH DTP

• 4LH STP

• 6lY Series

• 6LF Series

• 6LT Series