Swiss AviationTech startup Metafuels secures €1.92 million Dutch grant to boost Rotterdam e-SAF project
The Dutch government has awarded a €1.92 million grant to Metafuels Nederland B.V., a subsidiary of the Swiss aviation technology firm Metafuels. This funding is earmarked for the development of the Turbe synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) project located in the strategic Port of Rotterdam. The grant, provided through the TSE Industry Studies – Hydrogen & Green Chemistry programme (GroenvermogenNL), signifies a crucial step towards achieving scalable e-SAF production in Europe. Metafuels' proprietary aerobrew technology converts renewable methanol into jet fuel, offering a scalable solution for decarbonizing the aviation sector. This methanol-based e-SAF can reduce lifecycle emissions by up to 90% when produced using renewable electricity, green hydrogen, and captured carbon, and is fully compatible with existing aviation infrastructure. The grant will support essential project development stages, including front-end engineering and design (FEED), permitting, and commercial strategy, pushing the project towards a final investment decision (FID). This development is particularly impactful as it aligns with European climate objectives and the forthcoming ReFuelEU Aviation sub-mandates, which aim to increase the uptake of sustainable fuels from 2030 onwards. The Port of Rotterdam's existing methanol infrastructure, logistical advantages, and skilled workforce provide an ideal environment for the Turbe project, which is intended to serve as a blueprint for future large-scale e-SAF facilities. Metafuels is actively expanding its European presence, reinforcing the continent's drive for digital and industrial sovereignty in critical sectors.
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