Sapna Choudhary to play Daya Ben

You must have seen the dance videos of Sapna Chaudhary, people like Sapna Chaudhary’s dance very much and whenever they have a stage show, people in large numbers come to see her show. But do you know that not only dance but Sapna Chaudhary can also act. Yes … you are accustomed to see the […]

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BTU Act reintroduced in House, Senate

A bipartisan group of lawmakers renewed efforts to establish an investment tax credit for high-efficiency wood heating installations in late February with the reintroduction of the Biomass Thermal Utilization (BTU) Act.

On Feb. 28, Sens. Angus King, I-Maine, and Susan Collins, R-Maine, introduced the bill, S. 628, in the Senate. On the same day, Reps. Peter Welch, D-Vt., and Mike Kelly, R-Pa., introduced companion legislation, H.R. 1479, in the House.

The BTU Act aims to amend the federal tax code to incentivize the use of energy efficient wood boilers, stoves and heaters through tax credits for capital costs incurred in residential and commercial installations. According to information released by Collins’ office, tax incentives already exist for many other forms of renewable or efficient energy. The BTU Act seeks to achieve parity between those systems and thermal biomass systems. By offering these incentives, the legislation would encourage people and businesses to upgrade away from oil boilers to efficient wood-pellet boilers.

“Biomass is an affordable, environmentally-friendly renewable energy that helps people heat their homes and businesses and ensures Maine’s forest products can be used efficiently from stump to stem,” King said. “By incentivizing biomass options, we can lower energy costs, further our independence from fossil fuels, leverage the use of Maine’s natural resources, and strengthen our economy.”

“Wood biomass is a cost-effective, renewable, and environmentally friendly source of energy that helps individuals heat their homes in the winter months and creates jobs here in Maine,” Collins added.  “By providing biomass thermal energy technologies the same tax treatment as other forms of renewable energy, this legislation would encourage the use of highly efficient biomass heating systems.”

S. 628 was introduced in the House on Feb. 28 and referred to the Senate Committee on Finance. H.R. 1479 was also introduced Feb. 28 and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. In addition to Welch and Kelly, Reps. Ann Kuster, D-N.H., and Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, have signed on to cosponsor the House version the bill.

“Biomass heating systems are a great way to reduce heating bills while improving the environment,” Welch said.  “Using a regionally sourced fuel like wood will reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and spur Vermont’s local wood fuel industry. This bipartisan legislation will make it more affordable for Vermonters to energy costs and increase our energy independence.”

“By leveling the playing field for the biomass industry we are supporting the creation of jobs, reducing energy costs, and benefiting the environment,” Kelly added. “It is especially crucial to our rural communities that we make modern wood heating more affordable, and the BTU Act will do that and grow the market for this renewable fuel.”

The Biomass Thermal Energy Council has spoken out to applaud Welch, Kelly, King and Collins for reintroducing the BTU Act.

“The BTU Act is a significant step towards achieving parity in tax treatment between modern wood heating and virtually all other renewable energy technologies. We welcome the bipartisan support this bill is achieving from Members of Congress across the country,” said Jeff Serfass, BTEC executive director.

According to the BTEC, the BTU Act amends Section 25D of the tax code to make residential wood heating systems that are at least 75 percent efficient eligible for the residential renewable energy tax credit. It also amends Section 48 of the tax code to offer a two-tiered tax credit for commercial and industrial wood heating installations. Systems with efficiency capabilities of between 65 percent and 80 percent are limited to a 15 percent credit, while systems that operate at efficiency levels greater than 80 percent are eligible for the full 30 percent credit.

OVH Energy Acquires New Bowsers for Its Aviation Business

Upgrades its fleet

OVH Energy Marketing Ltd, Nigeria’s leading provider of trusted petroleum products and services and licensee of the Oando retail brand, has announced its acquisition of brand new aircraft fueling bowsers as part of its expansion plans to deepen its service offerings in providing fueling solutions to players in the aviation industry.

Manufactured by Flightline UK, the bowsers are equipped with latest technological and safety standards certified by the Joint Inspection Group (JIG), the world’s leading organization for the development of aviation fuel supply standards. With a combined capacity of 88,000 litres, capable of dispensing up to 3,500 litres of aviation jet fuel per minute, these bowsers are designed to enhance safety and operational efficiency of partner companies.

Commenting on the acquisition, Chief Executive Officer, OVH Energy Marketing Ltd, Mr. Huub Stokman stated “this acquisition is one of the many investment initiatives we have for the downstream industry and we will continue to deepen our investments to consolidate OVH Energy’s leadership position in the aviation sub-sector and the downstream oil & gas industry as a whole. We are committed to exceptional service delivery to foreign and local airline operators in the Nigerian aviation industry so that Nigeria becomes the destination of choice for international airlines to refuel their aircrafts.”

The Chief Marketing Officer, Mr. Babafemi Olabiyi also stated that this acquisition positions the company to further improve its aviation customers’ experience amongst whom are leading international, local and specialized airline operators. He reiterated OVH Energy’s commitment to operational excellence whilst delivering exceptional customer service.

OVH Energy is the marketer of choice providing trusted petroleum products and services in Nigeria with expertise in jetty and terminaling services as well as the marketing and distribution of refined petroleum products for retail, commercial and industrial purposes. Its aviation business spans over 25 years and is present in the major airport hubs within Nigeria.

Hong Kong Airlines looks to consolidate fleet

Hong Kong Airlines says it is working to consolidate and optimise its network and fleet, in response to reports that it could cut a third of its aircraft as it faces mounting financial pressures. “Hong Kong Airlines aims to improve our structure to boost revenue, manage costs and achieve higher productivity,” it tells FlightGlobal. “We […]

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AirAsia sets up venture capital fund to boost ancillary segment

AirAsia has launched a new venture capital fund, RedBeat Capital, to invest in start-up businesses that aims to boost the low-cost carrier’s ancillary segment. RedBeat Capital will work alongside San Francisco-based venture capital firm 500 Startups in supporting businesses seeking to enter or expand their presence in southeast Asia, with a particular focus on travel […]

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PICTURE: Four injured in CommutAir ERJ-145 runway excursion

Passengers and a pilot were injured on 5 March during a runway overrun in Maine involving a CommutAir Embraer ERJ-145 that was operating as United Express. The aircraft took off from United’s hub at Newark Liberty airport at 09:23 and landed at 11:43 at Presque Isle. Cleveland-based CommutAir posted a statement on Twitter that the […]

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Flap loss on 747 undetected after night landing

German investigators probing the loss of a Boeing 747-400ER freighter’s flap on landing at Frankfurt Main have indicated that previous incidents on the type have been the result of corrosion and inadequate lubrication of parts. The Turkish-registered MyCargo Airlines aircraft (TC-ACM) had been operating a service from Dammam on behalf of Saudia’s cargo division. German […]

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