Clustering for impact: Flexby strengthens ties with Bio-MeGaFuel and Fuels-C

The Bio-MeGaFuel Project has been launched to pioneer a novel technology for producing sustainable biomethanol from low-value biogenic residues and waste with net zero emissions. By combining chemical looping gasification with membrane reactors, the project aims to lower production costs, reduce downstream treatments, and reach Technology Readiness Level 5 by 2028, while integrating synergies with renewable hydrogen. This development is expected to enable large-scale, affordable biomethanol production for hard-to-abate sectors such as aviation, marine transport, and fuel cells.

The Fuels-C Project develops cost- and energy-efficient technologies to convert sustainable biogenic residues into advanced biofuels, producing two liquid fuels (ethanol and formic acid) and two gaseous fuels (methane and ammonia) for fuel cells. It combines gasification, bioelectrochemical processes, microbial electrosynthesis, and electroreduction to reach TRL 5. Residues, both biodegradable and non-biodegradable, are converted under mild conditions using renewable energy. The biofuels can be used as drop-in fuels or tested in Solid Oxide and Direct Liquid Fuel Cells for electricity generation. Fuels-C supports decarbonisation in hard-to-electrify sectors such as heavy road, maritime, and aviation transport.

Within the framework of the Flexby project, particular emphasis is placed on fostering strategic partnerships through clustering activities with other EU-funded initiatives, with the aim of amplifying the overall impact of its research and innovation efforts. Flexby has been establishing close collaborations and creating synergies with related projects, networks, clusters, and initiatives at the European level. These interactions will facilitate the exchange of knowledge, results, and deliverables, while also ensuring broader dissemination and uptake of outcomes. Over the coming years, the project will actively engage in joint dissemination events and clustering activities with other European projects funded under the same or related topics. Through these coordinated efforts, Flexby seeks to maximise the visibility, relevance, and long-term sustainability of its results, while contributing to the wider objectives of the European research and innovation landscape.

Bio-MeGaFuel and Fuels-C share with our project a common ambition to develop cost-efficient, scalable biofuel technologies from waste-derived or low-value biogenic feedstocks. Through innovative processes such as gasification, electrochemical methods, and pyrolysis, they aim to deliver advanced fuels that support defossilisation in hard-to-abate sectors while promoting a circular and sustainable energy system.