FatHopes and AmSpec partner to advance SAF in Asia Pacific

FatHopes Energy and AmSpec Group have entered into a strategic agreement to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production across the Asia Pacific region. The partnership aims to enhance feedstock discovery, testing, and sustainability verification to support the development of a new SAF refinery by FatHopes Energy.

Under a memorandum of agreement (MoA) signed in Kuala Lumpur, by Malaysia’s biofuel pioneer FatHopes Energy Sdn Bhd will lead efforts to source and manage feedstock samples throughout Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. AmSpec Group, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services, will provide analytical expertise to evaluate the suitability of feedstocks for SAF production and assist in establishing an on-site SAF laboratory.

Asia Pacific’s SAF production is projected to reach 3.5 million metric tonnes annually by the end of 2025, according to Argus Consulting. The new initiative will map regional feedstock availability and performance, while ensuring ethical sourcing and compliance with environmental standards. The collaboration begins on 1 June 2025.

Matthew Corr, chief executive officer of AmSpec Group, said the agreement supports the decarbonisation of aviation by delivering reliable renewable fuels. “Together, we are laying the foundation for a transformative SAF initiative that will drive innovation, efficiency, and long-term sustainability in the aviation fuel sector,” he said.

Vinesh Sinha, CEO of FatHopes Energy, described the MoA as a vital step in unlocking Asia’s potential as a global SAF leader. ”We must accelerate innovation and industry action to unlock the full potential of sustainable aviation fuel.”

The two companies will jointly assess key sustainability indicators and promote collaboration with stakeholders to position Asia as a major player in the global SAF market.