Core Insights - LanzaTech Global, Inc has announced a £600 million investment in the DRAGON II project to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel at Saltend Chemicals Park in Humberside, aiming to deliver approximately 80,000 tonnes of SAF and 8,000 tonnes of renewable diesel annually [1][2] - The project is expected to create around 300 skilled jobs during construction and 150 jobs during operation, contributing significantly to the UK's net-zero ambitions and energy security [1][3] Company Overview - LanzaTech is a leader in carbon management, utilizing a proprietary gas-fermentation platform to convert waste carbon into valuable products, including SAF and chemicals [5] - The company has established global partnerships, including collaborations with ArcelorMittal and IndianOil Company, to enhance industrial resilience and unlock economic value from carbon [5] Project Details - The DRAGON II facility is scheduled to begin construction in the second half of 2027 and is expected to be operational by 2030, reinforcing Humberside's position in industrial decarbonization [3][4] - The project is part of a broader initiative, DRAGON, which includes DRAGON I in Port Talbot, South Wales, and aims to produce a total of 50,000 tonnes of ethanol from waste carbon dioxide and green hydrogen [2] Government Support - The UK government has provided strong support for the development of the DRAGON projects, including a £6.4 million grant from the Department for Transport's Advanced Fuels Fund to accelerate both DRAGON I and DRAGON II [2] Infrastructure and Collaboration - Saltend Chemicals Park, owned by px Group, was selected for its exceptional infrastructure and potential for hydrogen and CO2 pipelines, which aligns with LanzaTech's goals for sustainable production [4][10] - LanzaTech is exploring collaborations with local partners to leverage the region's supply chains and emerging CO2 pipeline infrastructure [3]