Honeywell and USA Bioenergy to partner on automation at new SAF refinery

Honeywell has signed an agreement with USA BioEnergy (USABE) to implement its Experion® PKS Distributed Control System (DCS) and safety system at USABE’s new Texas Renewable Fuels Bon Wier advanced biorefinery.
The site is designed to convert wood waste into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Honeywell Experion® PKS will support the Texas Renewable Fuels plant’s central control and safety operations, ensuring optimal performance, reliability and safety.
“Our selection of Honeywell’s Experion® DCS and safety systems for our planned Bon Wier facility was a strategic decision to ensure we operate with the highest efficiency and safety standards,” said Nick Andrews, CEO of USA BioEnergy.
“Honeywell’s proven expertise and innovative solutions will be instrumental in helping us achieve our mission of producing sustainable aviation fuel with the lowest carbon intensity score in the industry.”
Located in Bon Wier, Texas, the planned $2.8 billion greenfield facility aims to address airlines’ growing demand for SAF by converting sustainably sourced forest thinnings into SAF.
In advance of the facility’s opening, USA BioEnergy recently signed a 20-year offtake agreement with Southwest Airlines under which Southwest may purchase up to 680 million gallons of neat – or unblended – SAF.
“Honeywell’s industry-leading automation and safety solutions will be at the forefront of USA BioEnergy’s SAF facility and will help play a meaningful role in advancing the future of aviation,” said Pramesh Maheshwari, president of Honeywell Process Solutions. “Our partnership not only reflects our vision of a sustainable future, but it also demonstrates our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive efficiency through intelligent operations.”