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DOWNSTREAM CENTRAL ASIA & CASPIAN

KazMunayGas, LanzaJet outline plans for integrated SAF production facility

Kazakhstan’s KazMunayGas (KMG) convened a meeting in Astana with U.S.-based LanzaJet to discuss the next steps for their sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) initiative in Kazakhstan, as reported by Trend through KMG.

Source: Trend

The gathering included executives from:

  • LanzaJet
  • KazFoodProducts
  • Air Astana
  • The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

During the meeting, the parties examined crucial elements of the SAF project, focusing on the potential establishment of an integrated framework for collaborative execution. This initiative aims to construct the first alcohol-to-jet SAF plant in Central Asia, positioning Kazakhstan as a regional technology hub and transit center.

“The project is crucial for implementing President Tokayev’s vision of transforming Kazakhstan into an international aviation hub.”

Askhat Khasenov, Chairman, KMG

In September, KMG and LanzaJet finalized the project’s feasibility study in New York and signed a framework agreement, setting the stage for comprehensive technical and economic planning.

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