Come By Chance

Braya Renewable Fuels Commences Commercial Operations

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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Commercial production at Braya's refinery operations in Come By Chance, Newfoundland and Labrador, establishes Braya as one of the largest independently owned renewable fuel producers in the world

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  • Commercial production at Braya's refinery operations in Come By Chance, Newfoundland and Labrador, establishes Braya as one of the largest independently owned renewable fuel producers in the world
    COME BY CHANCE, NL, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Braya Renewable Fuels (Braya) is pleased to announce it has achieved commercial operations.
  • This marks the successful completion of its refinery conversion project and is the beginning of providing reliable renewable fuel for the energy transition.
  • "We are incredibly grateful for all of the hard work and dedication of the Braya team that has allowed us to achieve commercial operations at the refinery," said Todd O'Malley, Braya's Chief Executive Officer.
  • Braya anticipates initial production capacity of 18,000 barrels per day of renewable diesel, with future plans to expand production capacity, add sustainable aviation fuel production capabilities and explore green hydrogen production.

Industry Veteran Todd O'Malley Joins Braya Renewable Fuels as Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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COME BY CHANCE, NL, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Braya Renewable Fuels (Braya) announced today that Todd O'Malley is joining the company as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

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  • COME BY CHANCE, NL, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Braya Renewable Fuels (Braya) announced today that Todd O'Malley is joining the company as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Frank Almaraz, Braya's current CEO, will stay on with Braya, focusing on Braya's work to develop wind and green hydrogen opportunities with ABO Wind.
  • "We're proud of the progress Braya has made converting the Come By Chance Refinery, a previously idled oil refinery, to renewable fuel operations.
  • He has an unmatched reputation in the refining industry, and we think Todd is a perfect fit for Braya as it grows into its renewable fuel production ambitions.

Braya Renewable Fuels Partner ABO Wind Receives Exclusive Rights to Develop World Class Wind and Hydrogen Project

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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COME BY CHANCE, NL, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Braya Renewable Fuels (Braya) is pleased to share the successful outcome of the Crown Land Call for Bids for Wind Energy Project, which awarded exclusive rights to pursue development of the Toqlukuti'k Wind and Hydrogen Ltd. Project to Braya partner ABO Wind.

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  • COME BY CHANCE, NL, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Braya Renewable Fuels (Braya) is pleased to share the successful outcome of the Crown Land Call for Bids for Wind Energy Project, which awarded exclusive rights to pursue development of the Toqlukuti'k Wind and Hydrogen Ltd. Project to Braya partner ABO Wind.
  • The Crown lands decision has awarded ABO Wind exclusive rights to 267,000 acres, or 417 square miles, in close proximity to the refinery.
  • "As an experienced pioneer in the development of renewable energy projects, ABO Wind will be a great partner in Braya's mission to meet the growing global demand for renewable fuels," said Frank Almaraz, CEO, Braya Renewable Fuels.
  • "Securing the land for our joint project is a significant milestone toward realizing Braya's vision to become a world leader in renewable fuels production.

EQS-News: ABO Wind AG: ABO Wind secures lands for Toqlukuti’k Wind and Hydrogen Project in Newfoundland and Labrador

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Friday, September 1, 2023
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(ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador, 30 August 2023) ABO Wind Canada Ltd. has been awarded the exclusive right to pursue development of its Toqlukuti’k Wind and Hydrogen Ltd. Project through the Crown Land Call for Bids for Wind Energy Projects.

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  • (ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador, 30 August 2023) ABO Wind Canada Ltd. has been awarded the exclusive right to pursue development of its Toqlukuti’k Wind and Hydrogen Ltd. Project through the Crown Land Call for Bids for Wind Energy Projects.
  • “ABO Wind is thrilled and eager to commence Toqlukuti’k Wind and Hydrogen Project, a major renewable project in Newfoundland and Labrador,” says ABO Wind Managing Director Dr. Karsten Schlageter.
  • In March 2023, ABO Wind received an exclusive letter of support from Braya Renewable Fuels for the joint development of green hydrogen production at the refinery.
  • “ABO Wind is committed to transparent, meaningful, and ongoing Indigenous, community, and stakeholder engagement.” The ABO Wind team thanks all partners who have been integral in reaching this significant milestone to develop Toqlukuti’k Wind and Hydrogen.

Statement - Clean Fuel Regulations: Recap of June 2023 media technical briefing

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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On June 28, 2023, senior officials from Environment and Climate Change Canada held a technical briefing for the media .

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  • On June 28, 2023, senior officials from Environment and Climate Change Canada held a technical briefing for the media .
  • The Clean Fuel Regulations build on the success of the federal Renewable Fuels Regulations, which have been in effect for over a decade.
  • Unlike the federal fuel charge on carbon pollution, the Clean Fuel Regulations do not prescribe a price at the pumps.
  • Like those jurisdictions, we expect the Clean Fuel Regulations to continue driving investments in clean technology, low carbon fuels, and innovation across the country."

Government of Canada Announces Support to Grow the Newfoundland and Labrador Clean Fuels Sector and Create Middle-Class Jobs

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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The funding announcement — made possible through Natural Resources Canada's Clean Fuels Fund and Innovation, Science and Economic Development's Strategic Innovation Fund — capped Minister Wilkinson's visit to Newfoundland and Labrador today.

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  • The funding announcement — made possible through Natural Resources Canada's Clean Fuels Fund and Innovation, Science and Economic Development's Strategic Innovation Fund — capped Minister Wilkinson's visit to Newfoundland and Labrador today.
  • In addition to the Clean Fuels Fund, the Government of Canada has also created the Clean Fuel Regulations, which support the growth of the clean fuel sector while being designed to keep life affordable for the middle class.
  • Earlier in the day, Minister Wilkinson used his keynote address at the Energy NL conference to highlight the ongoing federal–provincial partnership to drive clean growth and create jobs in Newfoundland and Labrador.
  • That's why our government is proud to support Braya Renewable Fuel's project to develop clean fuels for the future of aerospace and air transportation.

Braya Renewable Fuels Issues Letter of Support to ABO Wind Following Green Hydrogen RFP

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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COME BY CHANCE, NL, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Braya Renewable Fuels is pleased to announce the issuance of an exclusive letter of support to ABO Wind for the joint development of green hydrogen production at its refinery in Come By Chance, Newfoundland and Labrador (NL), Canada.

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  • COME BY CHANCE, NL, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Braya Renewable Fuels is pleased to announce the issuance of an exclusive letter of support to ABO Wind for the joint development of green hydrogen production at its refinery in Come By Chance, Newfoundland and Labrador (NL), Canada.
  • The non-binding letter of support promotes the project proposal ABO Wind intends to submit in the "Crown Land Call for Bids for Wind Energy Projects" launched by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.
  • ABO Wind has proposed a multi-phased, integrated project which provides green hydrogen to meet Braya's needs as well as green ammonia for global export.
  • "The entire ABO team is enthusiastic about Braya's support," said Dr. Karsten Schlageter, ABO Wind Managing Director.

Steelworkers Union Calls for Criminal Investigation, Public Inquiry Into Deadly Come By Chance Refinery Explosion

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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The United Steelworkers union (USW) is calling on the RCMPs Major Crimes Unit to launch a criminal investigation into the catastrophic explosion on Sept. 2 at the Braya Renewable Fuels refinery in Come By Chance.

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  • The United Steelworkers union (USW) is calling on the RCMPs Major Crimes Unit to launch a criminal investigation into the catastrophic explosion on Sept. 2 at the Braya Renewable Fuels refinery in Come By Chance.
  • Shawn Peddle, a refinery worker and member of USW Local 9316, died in hospital on Saturday, Oct. 15, six weeks after suffering critical injuries in the explosion.
  • Our union, our members and families and our community are heartbroken, said Glenn Nolan, USW Local 9316 president.
  • We have called on the RCMP to conduct a criminal investigation of this explosion, under terms of the Westray Law and all other Criminal Code provisions.

COME BY CHANCE REFINERY (NOW BRAYA RENEWABLE FUELS) INTRODUCES NEW EXECUTIVE TEAM

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022
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"Braya's new team members bring decades of energy experience and will supplement the excellent team already in place at the Come By Chance refinery.

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  • "Braya's new team members bring decades of energy experience and will supplement the excellent team already in place at the Come By Chance refinery.
  • The Come By Chance refinery and leadership team is well positioned to serve as a cornerstone asset to allow Braya to become a leader in renewable fuel production," said Braya Chief Executive Officer Frank Almaraz.
  • We are confident that the Come By Chance Refinery will become one of the world's premier renewable fuels facilities for decades to come."
  • Braya Renewable Fuels owns and operates the Come By Chance Refinery, located in Newfoundland and Labrador, and is converting it to renewable fuel operation.