King Salman Airport signs deal to boost biodiesel usage

King Salman International Airport Development Company (KSIADC) signed a memorandum of understanding with Biofuel Company to collaborate on deployment of B100 biodiesel as a fossil diesel substitute during the airport’s construction phase.
Under the agreement, Biofuel Company will contribute to supporting King Salman International Airport by providing alternative energy solutions through B100 biodiesel for use in construction activities.
This will help reduce the project's carbon footprint and emissions, in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s net-zero targets.
KSIADC Acting CEO Marco Mejia said: “This partnership marks a concrete step towards building an airport that adheres to the highest sustainability standards, reflecting our commitment to integrating alternative energy solutions in line with global efforts to reduce emissions.
“We value strategic collaborations to achieve our goals and look forward to working with the Saudi Biofuel Company on this important initiative, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.”
Biofuel Company CEO Abdullah Al-Otaibi stated: “We are proud to sign this memorandum with KSIADC, one of Saudi Arabia’s key infrastructure projects. This partnership underscores our commitment to delivering premium biofuel that advances Vision 2030’s sustainability goals and reduces dependency on fossil fuels in major projects.”
Based in Jubail, Biofuel Company is a leading Saudi processor of animal fat and vegetable oil into high-performance biodiesel, serving public and private sector clients across the Kingdom.
This memorandum highlights KSIADC’s commitment to sustainability, minimal environmental impact, and optimised resource efficiency throughout the project.