Hanoi, July 24 -- The Vietnam National Petroleum Group (Petrolimex) is set to pilot the sales of E10 biofuel at its stations in the pre-merger areas of Ho Chi Minh City starting August 1, according to Tran Ngoc Nam, member of the Board of Directors and Deputy General Director of Petrolimex.

The pilot rollout aims to assess consumer acceptance and the technical readiness of Petrolimex's distribution network, serving as a foundation for potential nationwide expansion, he said.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) is currently developing a roadmap for the nationwide adoption of E10, scheduled to begin on January 1, 2026. This move aligns with the government's effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fulfil its commitment to achie...