Bernau am Chiemsee, Deutschland / Kelsterbach, Deutschland: June 28th, 2024. CAPHENIA and Condor have entered into an agreement for the future procurement of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

As a partner, Condor will support the further development of the process to market maturity while securing access to agreed-upon quantities once production reaches an industrial scale. This is expected to occur in 2027.

Climate-friendly aviation as a shared goal

Dr. Mark Misselhorn, CEO of CAPHENIA, comments on the importance of the cooperation: “The partnership with Condor is a remarkable step for the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). The signal it sends in this crucial phase of SAF production ramp-up is groundbreaking. It shows the market and potential investors that, through cooperation and foresight, it is possible to provide the required quantities of SAF for aviation. We are fully aware of the significance of this unique partnership with Condor, which serves as a beacon for the entire industry, and it reinforces our commitment to making aviation sustainable.”

Björn Walther, CFO of Condor: “With our ongoing fleet renewal, we are already significantly reducing kerosene consumption and thereby CO₂ emissions by up to 20 percent. However, on the long-term path to climate-neutral flying, sustainable fuels remain the key lever. Scaling SAF production to an industrial level and making it economically viable is a major challenge. That’s why at Condor, we rely on multiple technologies and providers. Caphenia has a very promising process, which we believe has excellent chances of achieving market readiness and scalability. We are excited to accompany and support this journey.”

Technology:

CAPHENIA has developed a Power-and-Biogas-to-Liquid (PBtL) reactor that produces syngas from biomethane, CO₂, water, and electricity, serving as the precursor for renewable fuels and other chemical products.

Compared to conventional Power-to-Liquid processes, CAPHENIA’s PBtL process requires six times less electricity and enables an impressive CO₂ reduction of up to 92 percent, as all carbon molecules come from sustainable sources. This exceptional efficiency allows CAPHENIA to offer renewable fuels at competitive prices.

To further advance development, CAPHENIA is currently constructing its first plant, “GERMANY I,” in the Höchst Industrial Park. This facility will demonstrate the scalability of their technology and pave the way for a sustainable future in the energy and transportation sectors.

CAPHENIA’s groundbreaking technology enables the efficient and environmentally friendly production of sustainable fuels. Its application offers a promising alternative for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the transportation sector and allows for seamless integration into existing infrastructures such as gas station networks and combustion engine vehicles.

This innovative solution represents a significant step towards sustainable and low-carbon mobility.

About CAPHENIA:

“Turning CO2 into fuel” – The cleantech start-up CAPHENIA, located in Bernau am Chiemsee, Germany. The Bernau-based cleantech start-up CAPHENIA has set itself the goal of shaping the carbon-neutral future of mobility through sustainable fuels at competitive prices. Using the patented power-and-biogas-to-liquid (PBtL) process, CAPHENIA converts CO₂ and biogas into renewable synthetic fuels.

The specifically controllable CAPHENIA 3-in-1 zone reactor and the unique plasma process break down methane into its components carbon and hydrogen.

The subsequent steps produce a synthesis gas without by-products and with minimal energy losses using this highly efficient technology, which is obtained from biomethane, CO₂, water and electricity in a resource-saving manner and can be further processed for the production of fuels or other chemical products. The reactors are designed for scalability and enable renewable fuels to be produced quickly in large quantities.

With cooperation partners such as MAN Energy Solutions, renowned investment and development partners, an advisory board of leading industry and business representatives, well-known stakeholders also support the vision of CO₂-neutral fuel production. The Managing Director of the company, which was founded in 2018, is Dr. Mark Misselhorn.

About Condor:

Condor is a German airline that was founded in 1955. It offers both short- and long-haul flights, serving destinations in Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, and the Caribbean. Condor is well-known for its holiday flights and is one of the leading leisure airlines in Germany. The airline places a high value on safety, service, and sustainability, and is committed to using environmentally friendly technologies.

Read more: www.condor.com