Massport Taps Broco for Renewable Diesel Supply Deal

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Massport has awarded a multi-year renewable diesel supply contract to Broco Energy, making it the first long-term agreement of its kind in New England. The move follows a pilot program earlier in 2024 and now scales the use of renewable diesel across Massport’s extensive operations—including Logan International Airport, Hanscom Field, Worcester Regional Airport, and the Conley Container Terminal.

The contract, which begins December 1, is expected to deliver approximately 1.2 million gallons of renewable diesel in its first year. It reflects Massport’s ongoing efforts to decarbonize transport-related operations without overhauling existing fleets. Since renewable diesel is chemically similar to traditional ultra-low sulfur diesel, it can be used in existing engines and infrastructure—making it a practical transition for high-demand environments.

The shift supports state and regional emissions-reduction goals, with Massport aligning its fuel strategy with broader clean-heat standards emerging across the Northeast. This large-scale adoption demonstrates how public-sector infrastructure can incorporate low-carbon fuels at operational scale.

Broco Energy’s Position in a Competitive Clean-Fuel Market Strengthens

Broco’s selection came after a competitive bid process involving several larger national fuel providers. The company’s ability to offer vertically integrated supply—covering both distribution and final-mile delivery—proved a key differentiator. By managing rail shipments, storage facilities, and injection blending systems in-house, Broco ensures fuel reliability in a market where consistency is often a challenge.

Massport’s contract solidifies Broco’s presence in the regional renewable energy conversation, particularly at a time when agencies and operators are actively seeking clean-fuel alternatives that do not disrupt current operations. The company’s investment in infrastructure and logistics has positioned it to respond to these demands at scale.

As a veteran-owned enterprise and a top-ranked veteran-owned business in Massachusetts, Broco has expanded its profile from emergency fuel services to long-term renewable supply. The Massport agreement marks a major step in that transition, offering a model that other municipalities and transportation agencies may look to replicate.

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