Malaysia is taking a big step toward becoming a key player in sustainable aviation. FatHopes Energy Sdn Bhd (FHE), a Malaysian pioneer in biofuel feedstock, has joined forces with Topsoe, a Danish company specialising in carbon reduction technologies. The two have signed an agreement to explore building a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery in Malaysia. The refinery would use waste-based renewable materials, reports Solarquarter.
The plan is for the facility to process used cooking oil and other waste oils to create advanced aviation biofuels. This would help make flying more environmentally friendly. The project also fits with global sustainability goals and Malaysia’s plans to become a leader in renewable energy.
Topsoe will use its technology and engineering expertise to study whether building the refinery is practical. The first step is a detailed study to determine if Malaysia is the best place for SAF production. This study will look at things like government rules, the availability of raw materials, and whether the project makes financial sense.
FatHopes Energy will use its large network to collect the waste materials needed for SAF production. Once the refinery is up and running, FatHopes Energy could manage it themselves or allow another company to run it.
The announcement of this partnership comes just before the 36th Palm & Lauric Oils Price Outlook Conference & Exhibition (POC2025) in Kuala Lumpur. It emphasises Malaysia’s dedication to developing sustainable energy. As a major palm oil producer, Malaysia could even use palm oil waste in SAF production as long as it meets international sustainability standards.
Besides supplying fuel for Malaysian airlines, the SAF refinery could also make Malaysia a major supplier to other countries. This would further demonstrate the country’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and meeting global climate goals.
Through this partnership and the use of advanced biofuel technologies, Malaysia is paving the way for a cleaner aviation industry and contributing to the global shift toward carbon-neutral energy.
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