the oilsands industry is in a hurry to reduce its own dependence on high-cost energy.
"BP was very interested in emulsion technology as a way of transporting bitumen and heavy oil out of Alberta," Mr. Stockwell said. "It's a relatively simple process, but all the best things are simple, and it works."
The BP scientists involved in the technology formed Quadrise Ltd
He said MSAR is also less costly than other technologies. He estimates the fuel would reduce the cost of producing bitumen by about US$2.50 a barrel compared with natural gas.