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Publish Date : 05-Jul-2012

Microchannel Fischer-Tropsch (FT) technology developed by the Oxford Catalysts Group has been selected for use in a biomass-to-liquids (BTL) project under development in the UK by the US-based company, Solena Fuels Corporation. Solena was advised by Fluor Corporation on its choice of technology. BTL is a process used to convert waste biomass into high quality liquid fuels that are totally compatible with petroleum-based fuels. The fuels produced via BTL can be used in existing engines and infrastructure.

The project, known as GreenSky London, will convert waste biomass into sustainable jet fuel, and aims to become Europe’s first commercial scale sustainable jet fuel facility. The leading partner in the project is British Airways, which intends to use the low-carbon fuel to power part of its fleet by 2015.

In addition, Solena has entered into an understanding with the Oxford Catalysts Group to supply microchannel FT units for Solena’s future BTL projects with airlines and shipping companies. These projects include GreenSky California, GreenSky Rome and Greensky Stockholm.

Jeff McDaniel, Commercial Director Oxford Catalysts Group said:
“Our selection for this project ahead of conventional Fischer-Tropsch technology from larger companies is further evidence of the superiority of our microchannel technology. We are pleased to be part of the GreenSky London project and to contribute to British Airways’ strategy for sustainable aviation and Solena’s worldwide roll out plan.”

Dr Robert Do, CEO of Solena Fuels said:
“With the advice of Fluor, we carried out a rigorous evaluation of available suppliers for the Fischer-Tropsch process, an essential part of our integrated BTL solution. Oxford Catalysts’ technology offers modular sizing and the advantages of high-efficiency, fixed bed reactors. We’re very pleased to be working with them on the GreenSky London project, and on realising our strategy of rolling out multiple sustainable fuel plants throughout the world.”

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