HTL crude can be used as marine fuel by blending it with traditional fuels like HFO or MDO, reducing sulfur emissions and meeting IMO standards. With minimal refining, it can achieve required specifications for viscosity and stability. HTL crude offers lower SOx, NOx, and particulate emissions, making it environmentally friendly. Its use in modified engines and cost-effectiveness from biowaste feedstocks further support its potential as a sustainable marine fuel.

HTL biocrude contains a substantial proportion of diesel distillates, making it an excellent candidate for blending with commercial diesel. Mixing biocrude with diesel produces a blend with energy content similar to standard diesel while also lowering its viscosity, acidity, and oxygen levels compared to raw biocrude.

HTL crude can be used as a refinery intermediate by co-processing it with conventional crude in existing refineries. It can undergo hydrotreatment to reduce oxygen and sulfur content, improving its quality for refining. HTL crude is also useful as a blending component to enhance diesel fractions and align with green refining goals, supporting cleaner fuel production and sustainability targets.

HTL crude can be refined into aviation fuel blends by hydrotreating to remove impurities and isolating jet fuel-compatible fractions. The refined product can be blended with conventional jet fuel, reducing carbon and sulfur emissions while meeting aviation standards, supporting greener and more sustainable air travel.