Topsoe, a global leader in advanced energy transition technologies, has been selected as the technology provider for Tangshan Jinlihai Biotechnology Co, a developer of renewable fuels. 

 

Topsoe will deploy its HydroFlex technology and related services at Tangshan Jinlihai’s industrial hub, which will process 300,000 tons of feedstock annually.

 

When fully operational, the project is expected to avoid approximately 700,000 metric tons of CO2e each year—equivalent to removing the emissions from roughly two million passengers flying from Beijing to Copenhagen.

 

Yassir Ghiyati, Chief Commercial Officer at Topsoe, said: "We are delighted to announce our collaboration with Tangshan Jinlihai, a partnership that reflects our shared commitment to advancing sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel. By applying Topsoe’s proven technologies, we are enabling customers to move closer to their decarbonization goals while supporting efforts to reduce emissions across both China and Europe, making the energy transition truly global."

 

Aijun Li, Chairman of Tangshan Jinlihai, added: "Jinlihai and Topsoe have jointly launched the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project, marking a crucial step forward for us in the strategic layout of high-end green energy and the active practice of new quality productivity.

 

"The project will fully leverage the geographical and industrial advantages of the Caofeidian National Petrochemical Base, using waste oil as feedstock and using Topsoe's globally leading technology to build a high-quality SAF production. This is not only a substantive measure for Jinlihai to extend its green industrial chain, but also an important action for us to respond to China’s 'dual carbon' strategy and promote the low-carbon transformation of the aviation industry."

 

The agreement comes as global demand for SAF surges. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) projects SAF production will more than double in 2025 compared to 2024, reaching 2.1 million tons—or 0.7% of total global jet fuel production. The International Energy Agency notes that achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 requires SAF to account for over 10% of aviation fuel by 2030.

 

The Tangshan project, located in the Caofeidian Petrochemical Industry Base in Hebei Province, will see a planned investment of approximately US$ 210 million. Construction is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026, with operations expected in the second half of 2028.

 

This deal further cements Topsoe’s expanding presence in China’s SAF sector, marking its sixth SAF contract in the country.