ENOC Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Allied Biofuels Holding to evaluate opportunities for the supply and distribution of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and electro-synthetic SAF (e-SAF) across regional and international aviation markets.
The proposed collaboration will focus on fuels expected to be produced at Allied Biofuels’ upcoming integrated production complex in Uzbekistan. Under the agreement, both companies will establish a joint working group to study the commercial and operational viability of creating a long-term supply and distribution framework for the alternative aviation fuels.
The initiative forms part of wider efforts within the aviation sector to reduce carbon emissions through lower-carbon fuel alternatives. SAF is increasingly viewed as one of the most practical short-term options for cutting emissions from air travel, although global supply remains limited compared with rising demand from airlines and regulators.
As part of the assessment process, ENOC and Allied Biofuels will review logistics, certification requirements and distribution channels before determining the potential for a formal long-term supply arrangement once the Uzbekistan facility becomes operational.
Hussain Sultan Lootah, Group CEO of ENOC, said the development of a sustainable aviation fuel ecosystem requires coordination across the entire value chain, including production, transportation, certification and fuel distribution.
He noted that the agreement supports the UAE’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Roadmap 2030 and the country’s broader Net Zero 2050 ambitions, while also reinforcing efforts to position the UAE as a leading hub for cleaner aviation solutions.
Allied Biofuels’ facility is being designed to manufacture both SAF and e-SAF, reflecting growing industry interest in multiple pathways for aviation decarbonisation. Electro-synthetic fuels are produced using renewable electricity and captured carbon dioxide, and are considered a potential long-term solution for reducing lifecycle emissions from aviation.
Alfred Benedict, Managing Director of Allied Biofuels Holding, said the agreement with ENOC represents an important step towards creating a scalable and commercially viable supply platform for sustainable aviation fuels.
He added that ENOC’s regional fuel distribution capabilities and aviation sector expertise could help accelerate market access for SAF and e-SAF produced at the Uzbekistan project.
The partnership highlights increasing momentum across the Middle East and wider aviation industry to expand sustainable fuel infrastructure as airlines and governments seek practical pathways towards lower-emission air transport.
ENOC explores SAF supply partnership with Allied Biofuels
