Malaysia’s pioneer biofuel feedstock aggregator, FatHopes Energy Sdn Bhd (FHE), has forged a partnership with Topsoe, a Denmark-based leader in carbon reduction technologies and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery in Malaysia. The project will leverage renewable feedstocks such as used cooking oil (UCO) and other waste-based oils to produce advanced aviation biofuels, contributing to the global decarbonization of the aviation sectors.

Under the MoU, Topsoe will provide its cutting-edge technologies, including catalyst solutions and engineering expertise, to assess the feasibility of establishing the proposed refinery. The first phase of this collaboration will involve a detailed feasibility study focused on evaluating Malaysia as the ideal location for a state-of-the-art SAF facility that aligns with global sustainability goals.

FatHopes Energy will utilize its unique know how and extensive network of feedstock aggregation to ensure a robust supply chain of waste-based raw materials. The facility, once developed, could either be operated by FatHopes Energy or licensed to a third-party operator for commercialization.

This announcement comes ahead of the 36th Palm & Lauric Oils Price Outlook Conference & Exhibition (POC2025) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. As one of the world’s largest producers of palm oil, the country has great aspiration and is taking a leadership role in the development of SAF, which is emerging as a critical solution to decarbonize the aviation industry. This project offers potential to meet the domestic SAF requirements while supporting the nation’s ambition to transition toward more sustainable energy sources. Additionally, Palm Oil related material’s or POME’s specific use as SAF feedstocks can meet sustainability requirements through relevant certifications, dependent on each jurisdiction.