Dung Quat biofuel plant to reach 100% capacity by mid-April, ensuring E10 blending supply

In January 2026, BSR-BF successfully restarted the Dung Quat Biofuel Plant following the completion of maintenance and turnaround activities. By early February, the plant produced its first batch of over 462.7 m³ of finished ethanol (E100), which was subsequently delivered to BSR for biofuel blending.

Overview of the Dung Quat Biofuel Plant operating stably at 75% capacity

According to Mr. Pham Van Vuong, Director of BSR-BF, after maintenance completion, the plant operated stably at 60% capacity in March to support microbial cultivation and optimize the wastewater treatment system. Currently, the plant is running at an average of 75% capacity and is expected to reach full capacity by mid-April. All process units are now ready for operation at 100% capacity.

All process units, following maintenance and repair, are ready to operate at 100% capacity

The plant is currently utilizing cassava chips as the primary feedstock for E100 production. This domestic raw material offers advantages in terms of cost and supply availability, ensuring stable operations. In parallel, BSR-BF is implementing solutions to secure additional feedstock, including imports from Laos.

In the coming period, BSR-BF will also study the potential transition to high-yield corn imported from markets such as the United States and Brazil to further enhance feedstock stability. Additionally, the company is deploying technical solutions to improve efficiency, including the use of next-generation enzymes and yeast to shorten fermentation time and increase conversion efficiency, as well as upgrades to separation and distillation systems to boost output.

Plant Operations Engineer

Notably, BSR-BF is promoting the effective utilization of by-products. Wastewater after distillation and cassava residues after pressing are being researched for conversion into higher-value products, contributing to improved economic efficiency and reduced environmental impact. At the same time, the CO₂ recovery system is being upgraded to improve both output and quality to meet food-grade standards.

To support E10 blending operations, BSR-BF is coordinating with BSR to upgrade and maintain the pipeline system transporting E100 from the Dung Quat Biofuel Plant to the product export terminal and blending facilities at the Dung Quat Refinery. Once completed, ethanol can be transported directly via pipeline, helping reduce logistics costs and enhance supply flexibility.

By the end of March, several E100 batches had already been delivered via road transport

“The restart of the Dung Quat Biofuel Plant has contributed to job creation and stabilized livelihoods for local workers. At full capacity, the plant will produce approximately 330 m³ of E100 per day, ensuring sufficient supply for biofuel blending, promoting the biofuel roadmap, increasing petroleum supply, and contributing to national energy security,” said Mr. Pham Van Vuong, Director of BSR-BF.

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