KBR's PureSAF Technology Chosen for Asia's First Large-Scale Ethanol-to-Jet SAF Plant
Event summary
- KBR selected to provide PureSAF technology licensing and FEED services for a proposed SAF plant in Singapore with up to 100,000 tons annual capacity.
- Plant is a joint project between Keppel's Infrastructure Division and Aster Chemicals and Energy on Jurong Island.
- PureSAF technology is feedstock-flexible and designed for 100% drop-in jet fuel without blending.
- KBR also signed MoI with Keppel to collaborate on decarbonization technologies including waste-to-energy, plastic recycling, biofuels, SAF, and AI-driven digitalization.
The big picture
This deal positions Singapore as a potential leader in Asia's sustainable aviation fuel sector, aligning with broader industry trends toward decarbonization. The collaboration between KBR, Keppel, and Aster highlights the growing importance of public-private partnerships in advancing low-carbon energy solutions. The proposed plant's scale could set a benchmark for future SAF production facilities in the region.
What we're watching
- Project Timing
- Whether the final investment decision and regulatory approvals will be secured in a timely manner to meet Singapore's SAF hub ambitions.
- Technology Scalability
- How effectively KBR can adapt PureSAF technology to different regional feedstock availability while maintaining cost optimization.
- Market Positioning
- The pace at which KBR can leverage this project to strengthen its position in the global SAF market against competitors.
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