Essen, Germany – 12 August 2025 — Greenlyte Carbon Technologies GmbH and MB Energy Holding GmbH & Co. KG have signed a landmark strategic offtake agreement for synthetic methanol, in a deal that underscores growing commercial momentum for e-fuels across Europe. The agreement covers production from Greenlyte’s LiquidSolar™ demonstration facility in Marl, Germany, with forward-looking intentions for additional volumes from future commercial-scale plants.
This development follows Greenlyte’s successful acquisition of multi-million euro public funding from the European Union and the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia—securing political and financial backing for one of Europe’s most promising e-fuel platforms.
While the agreement does not specify an end-use sector, the synthetic methanol covered under this deal is expected to support a range of applications across industrial, energy, and mobility sectors. These may include, but are not limited to, potential use in marine fuels, where synthetic methanol is increasingly viewed as a viable low-emission alternative.
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A Commercial Signal for Renewable Methanol
The agreement, valued in the seven-figure euro range, includes an initial commitment for e-methanol offtake from Greenlyte’s Marl facility, a pilot-scale operation developed to validate the company’s proprietary LiquidSolar™ technology. The deal also outlines MB Energy’s intention to secure volumes from future Greenlyte facilities, which are currently under development for commercial rollout.
“The strong interest signals that the LiquidSolar™ revolution is coming,” said Florian Hildebrand, CEO and co-founder of Greenlyte. “We are thrilled that MB Energy is supporting us as an early adopter, placing their trust in our technology. Together, we’re working to develop an energy supply model that reduces reliance on fossil fuels and that will be scaled globally to meet industrial demands.”
Oleksandr Siromakha, Head of Sustainable Fuels at MB Energy, added: “We are excited to see new technologies evolving that aim to increase the availability and affordability of e-fuels, and we are proud to support and contribute to these important developments. This strategic partnership marks an important step in advancing our commitment to the energy transition. By securing access to e-methanol, we are strengthening our ability to offer lower-emission fuel solutions to our customers.”
What Is Synthetic Methanol?
Synthetic methanol—also known as e-methanol—is produced by combining green hydrogen (generated via electrolysis powered by renewable electricity) with captured carbon dioxide. Unlike conventional methanol derived from natural gas or coal, e-methanol is considered a carbon-neutral fuel, depending on the source of the CO₂ and the electricity used in its production.
Its chemical properties make it a flexible platform fuel, suitable for blending or use as a drop-in alternative in sectors such as road transport, chemical manufacturing, and shipping. In the maritime sector specifically, e-methanol is gaining attention as a cleaner-burning liquid fuel compatible with dual-fuel engine technologies, although this particular agreement does not specify maritime use.
With growing regulatory pressure under EU ETS, FuelEU Maritime, and IMO decarbonisation targets, synthetic methanol has become a key area of focus for stakeholders seeking scalable, drop-in solutions to reduce lifecycle emissions.
Technology Platform: Greenlyte’s LiquidSolar™
At the core of this partnership lies Greenlyte’s proprietary LiquidSolar™ platform—a fully electric, patent-protected system designed to produce renewable fuel precursors from atmospheric CO₂ and water. The process uses renewable electricity to drive both carbon capture and hydrogen production, offering a closed-loop solution for net-zero fuel production.
To date, Greenlyte has logged more than 8,000 operating hours on its systems, filed over 10 patent families, and built a team of 60+ experts. Since its founding in 2022, the company has raised over €45 million in equity and public funding, positioning itself to become a key contributor to Europe’s emerging e-fuel economy.
MB Energy: Legacy Meets Energy Transition
Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Hamburg, MB Energy is an independent and integrated energy company active in the import, storage, distribution, and marketing of petroleum products, LPG, chemicals, and biofuels. With operations in Europe, the United States, and Singapore, the company brings extensive experience in global logistics and supply chain management—an essential factor in scaling new fuel solutions.
With this agreement, MB Energy takes a forward step in aligning with the energy transition, by integrating synthetic fuels into its broader portfolio of liquid energy solutions.
Outlook: Strategic Alignment for Low-Carbon Fuels
This agreement reflects a growing alignment between next-generation clean energy innovators and legacy fuel distributors seeking to reduce carbon intensity while ensuring supply reliability. As e-fuels become more cost-competitive and production scales, partnerships like this are likely to shape the future landscape of low-emission liquid fuels.
Although Greenlyte and MB Energy have not publicly specified the final markets for the synthetic methanol under this agreement, the product’s versatility positions it for use across sectors—including those with high energy demands and tightening emissions regulations.
About Greenlyte Carbon Technologies GmbH
Greenlyte Carbon Technologies is a cleantech company based in Essen, Germany, developing scalable technologies to produce synthetic fuels using renewable electricity, CO₂, and water. Its LiquidSolar™ system enables the production of e-methanol, e-diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF), offering a direct pathway to defossilisation. Greenlyte aims to capture 100 million tonnes of CO₂ annually by 2050 and to become a cornerstone of the global net-zero energy infrastructure.