Kazakhstan, Italy forge path for greener aviation future - trade association president (Exclusive)

[ad_1] BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 13. Kazakhstan’s KazMunaiGas Aereo and Italy’s Maire Tecnimont have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop Sustainable Aviation Gas (SAF), marking a major step in advancing inexperienced vitality options in Central Asia.

Marco Beretta, President of the Italo-Kazakh Commerce Affiliation (ACIK), spoke with Pattern concerning the significance of this collaboration.

"Kazakhstan is uniquely positioned to steer in SAF manufacturing, due to its ample assets and established industrial infrastructure. This partnership is a testomony to Kazakhstan’s dedication to sustainable improvement and diversification of its financial system," he stated.

Beretta highlighted the environmental and financial advantages of the initiative. "Sustainable Aviation Gas can scale back greenhouse gasoline emissions by as much as 80% over its lifecycle. By specializing in SAF manufacturing, Kazakhstan not solely addresses world sustainability challenges but additionally creates alternatives for important international funding and job creation. This may stimulate development in high-tech industries and strengthen the nation’s inexperienced vitality credentials," he famous.

The partnership will leverage Maire Tecnimont’s superior biofuel applied sciences, which Beretta emphasised as a vital issue. "Italy brings cutting-edge experience in biofuel manufacturing, and this collaboration ensures Kazakhstan can undertake the most recent improvements. Joint analysis efforts will even assist enhance feedstock conversion and logistics effectivity," he defined.

Beretta additionally underscored the regional affect of the initiative. "Kazakhstan’s success in SAF manufacturing has the potential to encourage neighboring international locations in Central Asia to pursue comparable inexperienced vitality options. This positions Kazakhstan as a pacesetter in sustainable aviation, driving regional cooperation and innovation," he stated.

Marco Beretta expressed optimism about the way forward for the partnership. "This collaboration showcases how worldwide cooperation can pave the way in which for a sustainable future. It’s a important milestone for each Kazakhstan and Italy, setting a benchmark for innovation in renewable vitality and sustainable aviation".