Strategic insights on biofuels practices

ADI Analytics conducted voice-of-customer research through a two-phase primary research approach.

A leading manufacturer of analytical instruments and test equipment.

Understand the operational practices of biofuels storage, blending, testing, and certification within refining companies.

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Interviewed 15-20 operators, including majors, National Oil Companies (NOCs), and independent refiners, all identified in consultation with the client.

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Gathered intelligence and insights on operational practices related to biofuels storage, blending, testing, and certification, building upon ADI’s previous market sizing and segmentation work.

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Synthesized insights by analyzing interview transcripts and analyzed them to develop strategic implications and recommendations for our client to increase their presence in this market.

  • ADI’s work provided the client with guidance on product development, customer segmentation, and go-to-market strategy to increase their analyzers market presence in the biofuels sector.

Industry Experience

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Strategic insights on biofuels practices

ADI Analytics conducted voice-of-customer research through a two-phase primary research approach. The client A leading manufacturer of analytical instruments and test equipment. The situation Understand the operational practices of biofuels storage, blending, testing, and certification within refining companies. ADI’s contributions Content needed. Interviewing operators Interviewed 15-20 operators, including majors, National Oil Companies (NOCs), and independent […]

Biofuels strategy for carbon reduction

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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 Comprehensive policy analysis Evaluated existing and emerging policies on SAF including incentives and mandates in […]

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ADI analyzed market drivers, segmentation, and growth opportunities for adsorbents used in biogas and RNG treatment for a global specialty chemicals company. The client A global specialty chemicals company The situation The client sought to understand key applications for adsorbents in biogas and RNG treatment, assess market size and segmentation, and identify growth opportunities globally. […]

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Global airline’s SAF sourcing plan

ADI has advised a global airline carrier with its SAF sourcing plan The client International airline carrier The situation Interested in developing its SAF sourcing and procurement plan ADI’s contributions Demand analysis Comprehensive SAF demand analysis, exploring current trends and future projections in the SAF market. Supply analysis Evaluated existing production facilities and future supply […]

European biomass sourcing strategy

An integrated oil & gas player in Europe leveraged ADI’s research and analytics to develop its biomass feedstock sourcing strategy. The client European integrated oil & gas and petrochemical company The situation Support for biomass feedstock sourcing strategy for captive use and trading ADI’s contributions HVO and SAF market research Analyzed the North American and […]

Strategic assessment of IRA incentives for refiners

ADI analyzed the stackable tax credits provided by the Inflation Reduction Act to prioritize decarbonization projects at existing refining assets. The study mapped technical pathways for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), blue hydrogen, and carbon capture against regional infrastructure and environmental justice criteria. This effort identified how loan guarantees and transferability provisions can de-risk capital projects […]

Sustainable aviation fuel technology and supply outlook

ADI explored the recovery of global jet fuel demand post-COVID-19. The study analyzed seven ASTM-approved SAF pathways to identify the pathway that will dominate supply and/or offer the greatest decarbonization potential over the long term. Cost analysis was conducted to assess drivers of SAF costs compared to conventional jet fuel. The client Venture capital firm […]

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