Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines and Firefly, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FatHopes Energy Sdn Bhd (FHE). This partnership will explore the potential use of used cooking oil (UCO) for producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Malaysia.
Under this agreement, FHE will provide advisory expertise to MAG, ensuring that UCO collection adheres to sustainability standards and regulatory requirements. The company will also offer technical support for the collection, processing, and conversion of UCO into neat SAF. This process aims to comply with environmental and industry regulations.
This collaboration is crucial for evaluating the scalability of SAF production within Malaysia. The partnership will assess the economic feasibility, environmental effects, and logistical challenges related to converting UCO into SAF, aiming to position SAF as a sustainable alternative to conventional jet fuel.
FHE and MAG plan to work closely with airports, fuel suppliers, and other airlines to enhance the efficiency and commercial viability of SAF development. A comprehensive assessment of airports in MAG’s network will determine existing infrastructure and necessary improvements for SAF deployment.
This initiative is part of the Airports of Tomorrow project, a joint effort by Airports Council International (ACI) World and the World Economic Forum (WEF) launched in June 2023. This project aims to support aviation decarbonization by transforming airports into energy centers, helping the sector achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
The collaboration also builds on FatHopes Energy’s previous partnership with Topsoe, which focuses on developing a SAF refinery in Malaysia using UCO and other water-based oils. Together, these initiatives aim to create a sustainable production ecosystem and resilient supply chain that supports Malaysia’s aviation sustainability goals.
