Abu Dhabi Department of Energy and Evolve Fuels sign agreement
In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Zawya reported that The Department of Energy – Abu Dhabi (DoE) and Evolve Fuels AG, a Smartenergy Group company, have signed a strategic collaboration agreement at ADIPEC 2026 to explore investment opportunities and the potential for producing synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) in Abu Dhabi.
The agreement covers three areas of cooperation: connecting potential Abu Dhabi investors and partners with Evolve Fuels’ international project pipeline, supporting the development of policy and regulatory frameworks for e-SAF, and exploring a strategy and roadmap for e-SAF production in the Emirate, according to the report.
The collaboration will examine the technical and commercial feasibility of producing e-SAF in Abu Dhabi, drawing on the Emirate’s renewable energy, hydrogen and carbon capture resources. This will include assessing infrastructure and technology requirements, potential industry partners and future customers, alongside opportunities for investment, knowledge and technology transfer and the development of local capabilities. A joint steering committee will be established to oversee the assessment of potential initiatives and projects, the report added.
Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Obaidli, Director General of Regulatory Affairs at the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, said: “Sustainable aviation fuel has the potential to play an important role in the future of aviation. This agreement gives us an opportunity to assess how Abu Dhabi’s energy resources and industrial capabilities can support the development of this market, while creating opportunities for investment and technology partnerships. Our focus is on building the right regulatory and commercial foundations, so that any future projects are competitive, practical and able to deliver long-term value.”
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