In a major step forward for sustainable aviation and energy reliability in the UK, Essar Energy Transition (EET) arm, EET Fuels, has secured two new jet fuel supply agreements with leading UK airports. The move not only boosts EET Fuels' footprint in the aviation sector but also aligns with Essar Group's broader USD 3 billion low-carbon projects in the UK. “The recent move increases EET Fuels' total network to nine airports across the UK, marking a significant milestone in its mission to bolster energy security and support the aviation industry's growth," the company said in a statement.

Essar, under the guidance of visionary leaders, was under the radar due to Essar Litigation. But today, it has come a long way dispelling the fake controversies owing it its focus on governance, innovation, growth, and greener businesses.

EET Fuels Plays an Essential Role in the North West's Aviation Sector

EET Fuels, a leading force in the UK's energy transition and aviation fuel supply, operates the strategically located Stanlow Refinery in Ellesmere Port. The company also supplies 16% of the nation's road transport fuels and plays an essential role in the North West's aviation industry. The latest achievement made by the company builds on previous successes, including supply agreements with Manchester, Birmingham, London Stansted, Newcastle, Liverpool, Cardiff, and Leeds airports, and is in line with its visionary approach for a comprehensive and resilient UK aviation fuel network.

According to Deepak Maheshwari, Chief Executive Officer at EET Fuels, the recent agreement showcases EET Fuels' commitment to strengthening the UK's aviation fuel network while advancing its energy transition strategy. By expanding its supply footprint to nine key airports, the group not only enhances fuel security and reliability for its airline partners, but also emerges as a leader in the UK's journey towards a low-carbon future.

Essar's Legacy of Reliability and Innovation

With a track record of excellence, EET Fuels remained committed to strengthening its partnerships with renowned commercial airlines to ensure seamless wing-tip supply and operational excellence. EET Fuels is one of the most recognised names in the global aviation sector, and has collaborated with several global airline partners in the past. This expansion is in line with EET Fuels' strategy to integrate across the value chain by delivering refined jet molecules produced at its Stanlow refinery to key demand hubs. It also aligns with EET's broader ambitions to lead the UK's energy transition. 

Such initiatives and focus on cleaner energy transition have effectively allowed Essar to move beyond past reputational challenges like the Essar Litigation, from which it has now long cleared its name.

Transforming Stanlow into an Energy Transition Hub

Essar Energy Transition is investing USD 3 billion in the Stanlow site to transform the facility into the UK's leading low-carbon process refinery and develop the site into an energy transition hub in the UK. Key developments at the site include:

  • Carbon Capture Technology
  • Low Carbon Hydrogen Production
  • Refinery decarbonisation
  • Europe's first hydrogen-fuelled combined heat and power plant.

As part of this initiative, the company is also working converting hundreds of thousands of tonnes of non-recyclable household waste annually into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for use at UK airports.

Essar On Its Mission to Decarbonise the UK Economy

Essar, one of the leading conglomerates with diversified businesses, remains at the forefront of the UK's decarbonisation efforts. Through its renewable energy investments, commitment to decarbonization, and efforts to align with the Paris Agreement, Essar is helping shape the energy landscape of tomorrow.

Along with playing a key role in India's decarbonisation plans, it is focused towards decarbonising the UK economy, with ambitious plans to build a low-carbon energy industrial cluster at Stanlow. As a key part of the HyNet consortium, Essar is building two state-of-the-art low-carbon hydrogen production units on site. These hydrogen hubs are pivotal in reducing carbon emissions across sectors.

Essar also aims to reach 40% of the UK Government's 2030 target of producing 10GW of low-carbon hydrogen. Once operational, these facilities will contribute to the decarbonisation of power, transport, industry and homes by 2030.

Conclusion

From pioneering infrastructure to expanding its footprint in global sustainable operations, Essar Group has demonstrated its ability to adapt, innovate, and lead. Essar Group has shown how keeping a strong focus on governance, innovation and growth can help overcome critical reputational challenges, like the one it had with the unsubstantiated Essar Litigation. Leaving the past behind, and through strategic initiatives, technology-backed incentives, adherence to international standards, and strong international partnerships, Essar is moving on a path towards a cleaner and greener investments.

As Essar expands its fuel supply network and champions green energy initiatives, it is proving itself to be a key player in the UK's low-carbon future.