Our FT CANS technology has been selected for major sustainable fuel production projects, including:
SAF production at scale
Driving the future of sustainable fuels
Our FT CANS™ technology: Revolutionising sustainable fuel production
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Introduction to FT CANS technology
At JM, our FT CANS technology represents a breakthrough in the sustainable production of synthetic fuels. Developed in collaboration with bp, this innovative technology drastically improves the environmental and economic benefits for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and other synthetic hydrocarbons. By optimising the Fischer-Tropsch (FT) synthesis process, FT CANS enhances efficiency, scalability, and economic viability, establishing itself as
a crucial driver in the transition to sustainable energy.
Our FT CANS™ technology: Revolutionising sustainable fuel production
Revolutionising gas-to-liquids (GTL)
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Introduction to FT CANS technology
At JM, our FT CANS technology represents a breakthrough in the sustainable production of synthetic fuels. Developed in collaboration with bp, this innovative technology drastically improves the environmental and economic benefits for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and other synthetic hydrocarbons. By optimising the Fischer-Tropsch (FT) synthesis process, FT CANS enhances efficiency, scalability, and economic viability, establishing itself as a crucial driver in the transition to sustainable energy.
Our FT CANS technology utilises a modular reactor design that...
Our FT CANS technology utilises a modular reactor design that decreases catalyst usage by over 50% compared to conventional fixed-bed reactors. This innovation results in a smaller installation footprint, reduced capital and operational costs, and a threefold increase in production volume.
Increased efficiency and reduced costs
Scalability
Scalability
The modularity of FT CANS enables seamless scaling to meet diverse production needs, making it ideal for applications ranging from small-scale projects to large commercial operations.
High conversion rates
High conversion rates
With CO conversion efficiencies exceeding 90%, FT CANS maximises performance by minimising waste and optimising the yield of desired long-chain hydrocarbons.
Environmental impact
Environmental impact
Our technology facilitates the production of synthetic crude oil and Sustainable Aviation Fuel using varied feedstocks, including municipal solid waste, biomass, and captured CO₂. This can significantly reduce life cycle greenhouse gas emissions.
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Increased efficiency and reduced costs
The modularity of FT CANS enables seamless scaling to meet diverse production needs, making it...
With CO conversion efficiencies exceeding 90%, FT CANS maximises performance...
Our technology facilitates the production of synthetic crude oil and Sustainable Aviation Fuel using...
SAF production at scale
Our FT CANS technology has been selected for major sustainable fuel production projects, including:
DG Fuels
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Louisiana Green Fuels
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Located in Louisiana, USA, this plant is the world’s largest announced SAF production facility using the Fischer-Tropsch (FT) route. It utilises waste sugar cane biomass to produce sustainable aviation fuel.
This project demonstrates the use of forestry waste to produce biofuels, showcasing the versatility and sustainability of FT CANS.
Driving the future of sustainable fuels
Renewable energy
Optimising processes
Carbon capture
Biomass and waste
Captured CO₂
Carbon replacement
Carbon reduction
To combat this, two main strategies are employed:
Create a more sustainable chemical and energy future
The chemical industry is the third largest industrial source of GHG emissions.
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Cement
Industrial CO emissions
2
2
27%
25%
14%
Iron and steel
Chemicals and petrochemicals
We are leading the advancement of the biomass-to-liquids and power-to-liquids processes through the integration of FT CANS technology. This innovative approach supports the production of synthetic jet fuel (e-SAF) and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which are critical for reducing aviation carbon emissions and achieving global decarbonisation goals.
The FT CANS technology follows an internationally ASTM approved route to make SAF. By harnessing the power of diverse feedstocks and optimising the Fischer-Tropsch process, it is creating a brighter future for sustainable fuel production.
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Johnson Matthey and bp technology chosen for the world's largest fischer tropsch SAF production plant
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Pathways to low carbon fuels
FT CANS is your feedstock agnostic solution enabling sustainable fuels and chemicals at scale.
Municipal solid waste
Agricultural residues
Forestry biomass
Renewable energy
CO
CO
2
2
4
H
CH
Low-carbon fuels
Diverse feedstock
Various feedstocks are converted into syngas, a versatile intermediate.
Syngas
Syngas: supercharging sustainable fuels & chemicals
What is syngas?
Syngas is a mix of molecules that are the building blocks for many of the materials and fuels we use every day.
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CO
CO
2
2
4
H
CH
For a more sustainable future, technologies that convert CO2 from either direct air capture or emissions into syngas are vital.
Building a more sustainable future
CO2 emitting industries
Feedstocks
Syngas
End products
CO2 direct air capture
green H2
Sustainable transport fuel
Sustainable crop fertiliser
Sustainable chemicals
Johnson Matthey and bp to support planned production of carbon negative renewable diesel fuel plant at Strategic Biofuels project in Louisiana
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JM and bp chosen by EDL to support production of SAF at HyKero plant in Germany
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JM and bp's innovative FT CANS technology successfully produces product for Fulcrum's Sierra waste-to-fuels plant
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The versatility of feedstocks for sustainable fuel production is a game-changer in the energy sector. We simply use too much fuel to rely on one feedstock source.
Sustainable transport fuels
Sustainable fertilisers
Sustainable chemicals
Captured CO
Hydrogen
2
Our FT CANS technology utilises a modular reactor design that...
Increased efficiency and reduced costs
Scalability
The modularity of FT CANS enables seamless scaling to meet diverse production needs, making it...
High conversion rates
With CO conversion efficiencies exceeding 90%, FT CANS maximises performance...
Environmental impact
Our technology facilitates the production of synthetic crude oil and Sustainable Aviation Fuel using...
Key Features and Benefits
Environmental Impact
Our technology facilitates the production of synthetic crude oil and Sustainable Aviation Fuel using varied feedstocks, including municipal solid waste, biomass, and captured CO₂. This can significantly reduce life cycle greenhouse gas emissions.
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High Conversion Rates
With CO conversion efficiencies exceeding 90%, FT CANS maximises performance by minimising waste and optimising the yield of desired long-chain hydrocarbons.
Scalability
The modularity of FT CANS enables seamless scaling to meet diverse production needs, making it ideal for applications ranging from small-scale projects to large commercial operations.
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Increased Efficiency and Reduced Costs
Our FT CANS technology utilises a modular reactor design that decreases catalyst usage by over 50% compared to conventional fixed-bed reactors. This innovation results in a smaller installation footprint, reduced capital and operational costs, and a threefold increase in production volume.
DG Fuels
Located in Louisiana, USA, this plant is the world’s largest announced SAF production facility using the Fischer-Tropsch (FT) route. It utilises waste sugar cane biomass to produce sustainable aviation fuel.
View project
Louisiana Green Fuels
This project demonstrates the use of forestry waste to produce biofuels, showcasing the versatility and sustainability of FT CANS.
View project
We are leading the advancement of the biomass-to-liquids and power-to-liquids processes through the integration of FT CANS technology. This innovative approach supports the production of synthetic jet fuel (e-SAF) and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which are critical for reducing aviation carbon emissions and achieving global decarbonisation goals.
The FT CANS technology follows an internationally ASTM approved route to make SAF. By harnessing the power of diverse feedstocks and optimising the Fischer-Tropsch process, it is creating
a brighter future for sustainable fuel production.
View our SAF brochure
Pathways to low carbon fuels
FT CANS is your feedstock agnostic solution enabling sustainable fuels and chemicals at scale.
Learn more
Municipal solid waste
Agricultural residues
Forestry biomass
Renewable energy
Captured CO
2
Hydrogen
CO
CO
2
2
4
H
CH
Syngas
Diverse feedstock
Various feedstocks are converted into syngas,
a versatile intermediate.
Sustainable transport fuels
Sustainable fertilisers
Sustainable chemicals
Low-carbon fuels
Johnson Matthey and bp to support planned production of carbon negative renewable diesel fuel plant at Strategic Biofuels project in Louisiana
Read article
JM and bp chosen by EDL to support production of SAF at HyKero plant in Germany
Read article
JM and bp's innovative FT CANS technology successfully produces product for Fulcrum's Sierra waste-to-fuels plant
Read article
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