SAF investment feasibility study

An Indian oil company engaged ADI to conduct a feasibility study for its first SAF investment in a new greenfield project.

The client

Indian refining company

The situation

Feasibility study to assess investment in a greenfield SAF project

ADI’s contributions

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Comprehensive policy analysis

Evaluated existing and emerging policies on SAF including incentives and mandates in India / Asia.

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Demand and supply assessments

Evaluated current / future SAF demand based on airline commitments and passenger growth while aligning with regional supply potential from plant announcements.

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Long-term pricing strategy

Projected long-term SAF pricing by evaluating market dynamics and potential scenarios.

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Investment risk and return

Identified and assessed key technical, operational, and market risks and risk mitigation strategies. Estimated potential revenues and costs to calculate the project’s financial viability.

Key outcomes

  • The client utilized the study to develop the investment case for its first SAF project.
  • The client is continuing to work with ADI on scaling its SAF investments and capital projects.
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