Topsoe and Sasol selected for Swedish e-SAF plant

Key highlights
  • Alby PtX selected Topsoe and Sasol as technology licensors for its planned plant in Alby, Sweden.
  • Topsoe will supply eREACT and hydroprocessing technologies; Sasol will provide low-temperature Fischer-Tropsch technology.
  • The facility is designed to produce approximately 66,000 metric tons of e-SAF annually for EU and UK markets.
  • A final investment decision is expected in 2028, with operations planned to start in 2031.

Technology agreement

Alby PtX has signed a license and engineering agreement with Topsoe and Sasol for its planned e-SAF facility in Alby, Sweden. Topsoe will provide eREACT and hydroprocessing technologies, while Sasol will provide low-temperature Fischer-Tropsch technology. Together, the technologies will convert renewable hydrogen and captured carbon dioxide into synthetic aviation fuel.

Capacity and schedule

The plant is designed to produce approximately 66,000 metric tons of e-SAF annually for the EU and UK markets. The engineering packages will support the next development phase. A final investment decision is expected in 2028, and operations are planned to begin in 2031.

Source: Topsoe

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