Sasol and Topsoe pivot in their sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) partnership by winding down their joint venture, Zaffra, while enhancing their Single Point Licensor (SPL) framework.
Zaffra was established in 2023 to combine Sasol’s advanced Fischer-Tropsch fuel and Topsoe’s clean fuels technologies in support of emerging SAF opportunities. However, as the SAF market develops, Sasol and Topsoe are refocusing to a more flexible structure, where the SPL framework remains central. Six licenses have been signed under the framework.
Simon Baloyi, President and CEO of Sasol, said: “This carefully considered decision reflects the next organisational phase of Sasol and Topsoe’s work together in SAF development. Zaffra has helped establish an important foundation for this market, and we recognise the contribution made by the Zaffra team, customers and partners. We remain committed to building on this foundation through our long-standing technology-led collaboration with Topsoe and to supporting the development of sustainable fuels.”
Elena Scaltritti, President and CEO of Topsoe, added: “Sasol and Topsoe have built a strong and trusted partnership over many years. As the SAF market evolves, it is important that our collaboration model evolves with it. We will continue strengthen our technology-led cooperation through the SPL framework and adjust the organisational structure for selected projects and priority initiatives, to carry the partnership into the next phase of SAF development. We acknowledge the work done through Zaffra and will manage the transition responsibly with relevant stakeholders.”
Sasol and Topsoe Refocus SAF Partnership
