Wedoany.com Report on Feb 24th, Carbon Neutral Fuels (CNF) has selected Johnson Matthey (JM), BP, and Honeywell to participate in its e-fuel project named Starling. This project aims to convert captured carbon dioxide and water into synthetic kerosene (FT-SPK), which, when blended with conventional jet fuel, can produce up to 25,000 tons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) annually.

Construction is planned to commence in 2028, with the goal of becoming operational by 2031. The Starling project represents a development in the UK's e-fuel sector, being the first to evaluate the use of wastewater as a feedstock for SAF production to support the decarbonization of the aviation industry.

Said Sophie Zienkiewicz, Co-founder of Carbon Neutral Fuels, "The Starling project is at the heart of our mission to demonstrate that decarbonizing aviation at scale is both technically and economically viable. By collaborating with technology partners like Honeywell and Johnson Matthey, the facility we are building can reduce lifecycle emissions by over 95%, while also helping position the UK as a leader in sustainable e-fuels."

This collaboration integrates complementary technologies. Johnson Matthey and BP's FT CANS technology converts captured CO2-derived syngas into synthetic crude oil, while Honeywell's FT Unicracking technology upgrades this intermediate product to produce synthetic kerosene suitable for SAF blending, supporting efficient and scalable SAF production.

Alberto Giovanzana, Managing Director of Licensing at Johnson Matthey, added, "Applying FT CANS technology in the Starling project demonstrates how advanced processes can drive the development of next-generation SAF. Collaborating with Carbon Neutral Fuels and Honeywell highlights how value chain cooperation can accelerate the transition to low-carbon aviation."

As global SAF demand is projected to grow from 344 million gallons to 7.6 billion gallons, Carbon Neutral Fuels is engaging with airlines, fuel suppliers, and strategic partners to develop long-term offtake agreements and joint opportunities.

Commented Rajesh Gattupalli, President of Honeywell UOP, "Our FT Unicracking technology offers flexibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in upgrading synthetic feedstocks into high-quality transportation fuels. We are pleased to support Carbon Neutral Fuels in advancing the Starling project and contributing to the expansion of sustainable aviation fuel production."