Moeve joins the Global Impact Coalition´s alliance to promote e-SAF and low-carbon chemicals

As part of the feasibility study, which is already underway, the companies have formalized a spin-off structure to accelerate the development of this innovative process based on methanol-to-olefins (MTO) technology, a
more sustainable alternative to conventional fossil-fuel-based production techniques.

For Moeve, this initiative represents a strategic advance in the development of a differentiated route to synthetically sourced sustainable aviation fuels (e-SAF), distinct from the Fischer-Tropsch process. The process allows for the conversion of e-methanol into e-SAF through the production of sustainable olefins. This method offers a flexible and modular approach to scaling up the production of low-carbon aviation fuels, a crucial need given that aviation contributes approximately 3% of
total global greenhouse gas emissions. These alternatives are essential to further progress in the decarbonization of one of the most difficult sectors to electrify.

At the same time, sustainable olefins serve as intermediates for a wide range of chemical applications, including polymers and materials used in packaging, mobility, consumer goods, and industrial sectors.

“This initiative represents a strategic step in Moeve’s ambition to lead the development of new low-carbon value chains,” said Carlos Barrasa, Executive Vice President of Commercial & Clean Energies at Moeve. “By promoting sustainable methanol-based pathways, we are not only enabling the future production of e-SAF, but also supporting the transformation of the chemical industry with cleaner feedstocks. The Global Impact Coalition provides a collaborative platform and the vision needed to drive these groundbreaking innovations at scale.”

Charlie Tan, CEO of the Global Impact Coalition, noted: “This spin-off demonstrates the power of cross-sector collaboration to advance low-carbon chemicals and sustainable aviation fuel. We are joining forces with a leading company like Moeve with a shared vision to develop a sustainable methanol-based feedstock, setting a precedent for how to achieve large-scale industrial transformation.”

The project, now operating as a spin-off of the Global Impact Coalition, is continuing its feasibility study, which will run until the end of 2026. This phase will assess the technical and economic feasibility of building Europe's first sustainable olefins production plant, leveraging MTO as a next-generation process for low-carbon industrial transformation.

At a time when the European chemical sector is facing structural challenges, such as high energy costs and increasing regulatory pressure, the development of innovative, low-carbon industrial assets offers a unique opportunity to modernize production and regain industrial competitiveness. At the same time, as the global green methanol market is expected to triple by 2030, this initiative could benefit from emerging sustainable methanol markets around the world.

Source: Moeve.