Topsoe, a leading technology provider, has recently inked a deal with Cepsa to supply its HydroFlex™ technology for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel. This partnership will support the construction of a new second-generation biofuels plant in Palos de la Frontera, Spain.
Elena Scaltritti, chief commercial officer at Topsoe, expressed excitement about the project, highlighting the growing demand for SAF and renewable diesel in the market. She emphasized the importance of renewable fuels in the energy transition, especially for sectors like long-distance transportation that are challenging to electrify.
The new plant, set to produce 500,000 tonnes of SAF and renewable diesel annually, will significantly boost Cepsa and Bio-Oils’ renewable fuels production capacity to 1 million tons per year. This expansion will establish one of the largest renewable fuel complexes in Southern Europe.
José Manuel Martínez, director of technology, projects, and services at Cepsa, underscored the plant’s role in the company’s Positive Motion strategy and its contribution to decarbonizing sectors like aviation. He praised Topsoe as a reliable partner with proven technology and a track record of successful project delivery.
The new facility is designed to emit 75% less CO2 than a traditional biofuel plant and aims to achieve net zero emissions in the medium term. This collaboration between Topsoe and Cepsa marks a significant step towards increasing the production of essential renewable fuels and supporting the transition to a more sustainable future.