Latin America is attracting increasing attention as a potential new source of palm kernel shells (PKS) for the global biomass energy market. While Southeast Asia remains the dominant region for international PKS supply, Latin America’s established palm oil industry offers opportunities worth exploring. A Growing Palm Oil Industry Countries such as Colombia, Guatemala, Brazil, Ecuador,…
PKS Korea, the Biomass Energy Division of JISUTRADE, is expanding its global supplier network to develop long-term Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) supply opportunities for South Korea’s biomass power generation market. The company is currently seeking reliable PKS suppliers for planned shipments from July 2027 to June 2028, with target shipment quantities ranging from 3,000 to…
Starting in November 2026, PKS Korea, the Biomass Energy Division of JISUTRADE, is seeking reliable global Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) suppliers for shipments scheduled from July 2027 to June 2028. We welcome cooperation with PKS producers, exporters, and aggregators interested in supplying the Korean biomass power plant market. Supply arrangements may be discussed under FOB,…
Biomass Energy in South Korea South Korea’s biomass energy sector relies on a combination of domestic and imported biomass fuels to support electricity generation. Wood pellets, wood chips, and palm kernel shells (PKS) are among the fuel types used or considered in biomass power generation. For biomass power plants, fuel procurement is not simply a…
How PKS suppliers can manage moisture, storage, logistics, and shipping risks during periods of heavy rainfall. Why the Rainy Season Matters for PKS Exports Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) is an important biomass fuel used by power plants in Asian markets, including South Korea. However, PKS supply chains in tropical producing countries face an important operational…
Practical Guidance for International PKS Suppliers Entering the Korean Biomass Energy Market South Korea represents a potential market for international Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) suppliers seeking long-term business opportunities in biomass energy. However, supplying PKS to Korean power plants requires more than offering a competitive price. Buyers also need confidence in product quality, reliable supply…
Expanding PKS Supply Opportunities for the Korean Biomass Energy Market PKS Korea, the Biomass Energy Division of JISUTRADE, is seeking reliable Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) suppliers from Africa and Latin America to explore long-term supply opportunities with Korean biomass power plants. While Malaysia and Indonesia remain major sources of PKS for international biomass markets, PKS…
South Korea is an important market for biomass energy, and Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) is one of the biomass fuels that may be considered for suitable power generation facilities. For overseas PKS suppliers, entering the Korean market requires more than offering a competitive price. Korean power plant buyers need confidence in a supplier’s reliability, product…
International transportation of Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) requires more than securing a vessel and arranging a loading schedule. For suppliers seeking to export PKS to South Korea, cargo safety, moisture control, proper storage, and shipping documentation are essential considerations. Although PKS is widely traded as a biomass fuel, its characteristics can create operational and safety…
Malaysia has a well-established palm oil industry and an important role in the international palm kernel shell (PKS) supply chain. For Malaysian PKS suppliers and exporters, the South Korean biomass market represents a potential opportunity to develop new commercial relationships. Malaysia’s PKS Supply Potential According to the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB), Malaysia produced approximately…