The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has completed all technical engagements with petroleum companies ahead of the nationwide implementation of the higher B15 biodiesel blend beginning June 1, 2026.
Plantation and Commodities Minister Noraini Ahmad said supply chains, logistics systems and blending depot infrastructure are fully prepared to support the nationwide rollout.
She said the new biodiesel blend rate would be implemented through a mechanism coordinated by the high-level committee on Biofuels.
“The implementation of this initiative will reduce dependence on imported petroleum diesel, extend existing fuel stock availability, stabilise domestic crude palm oil prices and lower carbon emissions from the transport sector, in line with the National Agricommodity Policy and the National Energy Transition Roadmap,” she said.
Noraini said the transition to B15 reflected the readiness of Malaysia’s local infrastructure, engineering and technology capabilities in supporting the renewable energy agenda.
She added that the move also signalled Malaysia’s commitment to optimising palm oil usage for the domestic energy sector without affecting export market supply.
On enforcement, she said the ministry was working closely with the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living and the Royal Malaysian Customs Department to ensure smooth implementation.
Public awareness initiatives are also being coordinated with the Ministry of Communications to ensure accurate and clear information is conveyed to consumers regarding the new biodiesel blend policy.
