Cemvita and Radix Advance Development of a Circular SAF Plant in Brazil Based on Crude Glycerin
9 Feb 2026
Cemvita and Radix announced significant progress in the initial engineering of a pioneering circular bio-oil project in Brazil, focused on transforming crude glycerin—a byproduct of biodiesel—into an ultra-low carbon feedstock for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and other advanced biofuels. The project aims to become the first of its kind in the country and marks a new focus within Brazil’s historical leadership in biofuels.
The initiative leverages Cemvita’s patented biofabrication platform, capable of converting crude glycerin into a versatile bio-oil that can be used for both co-processing in existing refineries and HEFA routes, expanding the available feedstock base and the decarbonization potential of the fuel value chain. This approach offers a scalable alternative to the current limitations of traditional feedstocks for SAF.
The collaboration focuses on bringing this technology, validated through pilot tests and scaling processes, to an executable industrial configuration. Radix is leading the engineering development, the industrial design foundation, and the scalability framework, aligning the process biology with the real-world constraints of industrial operations, which significantly reduces the project’s execution risk.
One of the key milestones has been adapting the design, originally conceived for the USA, to the Brazilian industrial context, optimizing equipment selection, services, design, and integration. This process enabled a reduction of nearly 40% in the cost per ton of bio-oil produced, leveraging synergies with existing infrastructure and local capabilities. The model is designed to be replicable in multiple biodiesel plants, transforming a low-value byproduct into a strategic input for ultra-low carbon fuels.
The project continues to advance through its development phases with the goal of reaching the Final Investment Decision (FID) in 2026, positioning itself as a tangible example of a circular bioeconomy applied to sustainable aviation.
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