LanzaTech Global has announced the selection of Saltend Chemicals Park in Humberside as the site for its ambitious DRAGON II project. This initiative involves a significant investment of £600 million (€689 million) to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel at industrial scale.
Once operational, the facility aims to produce approximately 80,000 tonnes of SAF annually, along with 8,000 tonnes of renewable diesel. The project is anticipated to generate around 300 jobs during construction and 150 permanent positions upon completion.
Site Selection and Project Details
Saltend Chemicals Park, owned by px Group and part of Ara Partners’ decarbonisation portfolio, was chosen after thorough evaluation of various UK sites. The park features established infrastructure, utilities, a deep-water jetty, and comprehensive site services. The project forms part of the wider Project DRAGON, including a similar plant in South Wales, Port Talbot. Both facilities will utilize the LanzaJet® Alcohol-to-Jet process, with the UK government providing funding to accelerate development.
Future Outlook
Construction is scheduled to start in the latter half of 2027, with operation expected to begin in 2030. The plant will convert waste carbon dioxide and green hydrogen into ethanol, which will then be upgraded into Power-to-Liquid SAF via advanced fermentation technologies.
