Shell renewable fuels project equipment hits market through AllSurplus

Unused equipment and materials from a canceled renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel project are now for sale through AllSurplus on behalf of Shell. Buyers in renewable fuels, refining and chemical processing can bid on never-used assets that could cut procurement time and capital costs.

Why it matters: - The inventory gives industrial buyers access to never-used assets from a large-scale renewable fuels project. - Companies can potentially reduce procurement timelines and capital costs by buying equipment that is already manufactured and available. - The sale may appeal to developers, engineering firms, equipment suppliers and plant operators working on renewable fuels and other decarbonization projects.

What happened: - Unused equipment and materials from a canceled renewable fuels project are now being offered through AllSurplus on behalf of Shell. - The assets come from a renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel facility that was under development before cancellation. - The sale is being marketed to buyers in renewable fuels, refining, chemical processing and other industrial sectors.

The details: - The planned facility included process units for feedstock pretreatment, hydrogen manufacturing, renewable diesel and SAF production, biogas treatment and supporting storage infrastructure. - The inventory includes unused process equipment, rotating machinery, pressure vessels, electrical equipment, construction materials and balance-of-plant assets. - Specialized process equipment is available through a “make an offer” sales format. - Commodity-type assets and construction materials will be sold through a series of online auctions. - The equipment can support new facility construction, plant expansions, maintenance projects or equipment replacements. - The broader inventory also includes construction materials and supporting infrastructure components that can be repurposed for renewable fuels, refining, chemical manufacturing and other process industries. - Interested buyers can review the inventory and arrange inspections with the AllSurplus sales team. - Additional assets will become available as online auctions are scheduled. - Buyers can view the full inventory at the complete inventory of available assets. - Mark Attwood can be reached at +44 (0) 7345 495 644 or Mark.Attwood@LiquidityServices.com for more information or to schedule an inspection.

Between the lines: - The sale reflects how canceled industrial projects can create secondary markets for high-value equipment. - Renewable fuels projects often involve specialized assets with long lead times, so used-but-never-installed equipment can be attractive to new developers. - Strong demand for sustainable aviation fuel and other low-carbon industrial projects supports resale value for the inventory.

What's next: - AllSurplus will continue adding assets throughout the sales process. - Online auctions for commodity materials and construction items will be scheduled in phases. - Buyers interested in the specialized equipment will need to submit offers through the current sales process.