How many jobs will be created?
To date Vivergo has helped to create over 2000 jobs directly and indirectly in the UK, many of which are in the Humber region. The business directly employs around 100 people all in highly [...]
How will Vivergo Fuels benefit the regional and UK economy?
Vivergo Fuels represents a £350m investment in UK renewables/manufacturing and has directly contributed approximately £60m to the local economy so far, but the overall bioethanol industry could [...]
What has been the amount of capital investment?
Vivergo represents a £350m investment into the Humber region.
How is the plant powered?
The plant uses combined heat and power technology to supply 100% of its power.
How efficient is the production process?
Vivergo’s process is hugely efficient, all the feed grade wheat is converted in ethanol and animal feed with virtually no waste.
When will the Vivergo plant open?
Production commenced in Q4 2012, and was officially opened by the RT. Hon. Vince Cable on July 8th 2013. Full rates were achieved in December 2014.
What is Vivergo Fuels?
Vivergo Fuels was formed in 2007 as biorefinery for the future. As a joint venture between AB Sugar, BP and Du Pont, this business was set up to help deliver around ½ of the UK’s forecast biofuel [...]
