ASTANA, Kazakhstan, October 10. KazMunayGas-Aero, a subsidiary of Kazakhstan’s national oil company, has entered into a cooperation agreement with Italian NextChem on the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and other eco-friendly energy solutions, Trend reports.
According to the company, KazMunayGas-Aero and NextChem will work together on producing SAF, as well as low-carbon hydrogen through innovative carbon capture technologies. The collaboration also aims to integrate circular economy practices, which focus on recycling, reusing, and reducing waste in production processes, further minimizing environmental impact.
NextChem, a subsidiary of the Maire Tecnimont Group, brings cutting-edge technologies to the table, including NX SAF BIO and NX Circular, which convert waste into valuable resources like hydrogen and methanol. These technologies have the potential to revolutionize the energy sector by turning waste into useful chemical materials, supporting both economic and environmental sustainability.
Alessandro Bernini, CEO of Maire Tecnimont Group, highlighted the strategic importance of Kazakhstan in the global energy landscape. "Kazakhstan, as a world leader in the energy sector, is a valuable and strategic partner for Italy. The combination of Kazakhstan’s vast resources and our advanced technological expertise offers a unique opportunity to lead the global shift toward a sustainable, low-carbon economy. We are committed to navigating this path together,” Bernini said.