Velocys and Morimatsu Partner to Speed Up FT System Delivery

Key highlights
  • Velocys and Morimatsu collaborate to enhance Fischer-Tropsch reactor delivery.
  • The partnership aims to reduce capital costs and project execution risks.
  • Velocys' microFTL technology is central to global SAF projects.
  • Morimatsu provides manufacturing and engineering support for Velocys systems.

Partnership Overview

Velocys has partnered with Morimatsu to enhance the delivery of Fischer-Tropsch (FT) systems for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) projects. This collaboration focuses on providing manufacturing and engineering support for Velocys FT reactors and associated equipment.

Benefits for SAF Projects

The partnership aims to deliver immediate value to SAF developers and investors by reducing capital costs, shortening lead times for reactor delivery, and lowering project execution risks. By combining Velocys' advanced FT technology with Morimatsu's expertise in high-quality process equipment, the collaboration seeks to optimize project delivery.

Leadership Insights

Andy Bensley, Chief Operating Officer of Velocys, emphasized the potential for offering best-in-class FT solutions with a de-risked path to project delivery. Sheng Ye, CEO of Morimatsu Heavy Industry, highlighted the role of Morimatsu's global manufacturing and modular delivery experience in ensuring high standards for FT jet fuel and chemical production units.

Global SAF Deployment

Velocys' microFTL technology is integral to multiple commercial-scale SAF projects worldwide. By converting waste and biomass feedstocks into drop-in fuels that meet international aviation standards, Velocys supports airlines and fuel suppliers in advancing their decarbonization goals at scale.

Source: Velocys

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