Flowrence® Technology advances Sustainable Aviation Fuel research at Shell ETCA
At the Energy Transition Campus Amsterdam (ETCA), an important step is being taken toward the large‑scale production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Avantium R&D Solutions is proud to support this progress with the development and commissioning of a new Flowrence® nano‑reactor test unit, delivered to Shell.
Lower costs equal lower SAF prices
A major advantage of the new Flowrence®‑powered SAF test units at the Energy Transition Campus Amsterdam (ETCA) is its ability to test sixteen catalysts simultaneously. Our high‑throughput approach allows Shell researchers to quickly determine which catalysts perform better and which could lower production costs for refiners.
If these catalyst improvements help bring production costs down, the price of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) could decrease as well, making SAF even more attractive for airlines aiming to safely increase their blending ratios and accelerate their sustainability commitments.
We expect the first results by the end of this year. Using Avantium’s Flowrence® technology, we can quickly identify the most promising catalyst, which if successful can be scaled up to a full installation at a Shell refinery or at other companies.
Erwin van der Geer – Manager Research & Development, ETCA Shell
This Flowrence® unit has a special purpose: advancing the transition to sustainable aviation fuels. At Avantium, we’re proud to have contributed to Shell’s project at ETCA.
Steven Olivier – Managing Director at Avantium R&D Solutions
By enabling faster insights and more efficient catalyst development, Avantium’s Flowrence® technology supports the broader goal of scaling SAF production in a cost‑effective, commercially viable way ultimately contributing to a more competitive and lower‑emissions future for aviation.
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