Danish carbon reduction technology leader Topsoe has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Malaysia-based FatHopes Energy to assess the feasibility of developing a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) refinery in Malaysia. The partnership aims to utilize waste-based oils, such as used cooking oil, to produce renewable aviation fuels, supporting the aviation industry’s decarbonization efforts.
Under the agreement, Topsoe will provide its HydroFlex® technology, catalyst solutions, and engineering expertise to evaluate the project’s viability. The feasibility study will determine the strategic potential of establishing an SAF facility in Malaysia, aligning with global sustainability targets and Malaysia’s energy diversification strategy.
Milica Folic, Product Line Director at Topsoe, emphasized the company’s commitment to advancing renewable fuel technologies:
“This collaboration with FatHopes Energy reflects our mission to accelerate the energy transition by delivering innovative, sustainable fuel solutions. Together, we aim to contribute to a lower-carbon aviation industry.”
FatHopes Energy, a leading aggregator of biofuel feedstocks, will contribute its expertise in sourcing and processing waste-based raw materials, ensuring a steady supply for the proposed facility. Depending on the study’s outcomes, the refinery could be operated by FatHopes Energy or licensed to a third-party operator.
The announcement comes ahead of the 36th Palm & Lauric Oils Price Outlook Conference & Exhibition (POC2025) in Kuala Lumpur, underscoring Malaysia’s potential role as a regional hub for sustainable aviation fuel production.
