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Metafuels
Powering the future of aviation with sustainable aviation fuel - affordable air travel without the carbon footprint
About Metafuels
Metafuels, a pioneering startup based in Switzerland, is making significant strides in the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market with its innovative aerobrew technology. Founded by three industry veterans with decades of experience in the energy sector, Metafuels aims to revolutionize the production of SAF, a crucial component in reducing the aviation industry's carbon footprint.
The company's core product, aerobrew, is a proprietary technology that converts green methanol into SAF. This process has the potential to reduce lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 95% compared to traditional jet fuels. With the International Energy Agency (IEA) projecting that 75% of the jet fuel market will be SAF by 2050, Metafuels is well-positioned to meet this growing demand.
Metafuels primarily serves airlines and fuel manufacturers who are under increasing pressure from new legislation and environmentally conscious consumers to adopt more sustainable practices. By providing a cost-effective and scalable solution for SAF production, Metafuels helps these clients achieve their sustainability goals without compromising on affordability or efficiency.
The company's business model revolves around licensing its aerobrew technology to fuel manufacturers. This allows Metafuels to generate revenue through licensing fees and royalties, while also enabling widespread adoption of its innovative process. Additionally, Metafuels collaborates with renowned institutions like the Paul Scherrer Institute to continuously improve and validate its technology.
In summary, Metafuels is at the forefront of the sustainable aviation fuel industry, offering a groundbreaking solution that aligns with global efforts to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. By focusing on affordability, scalability, and significant carbon reduction, Metafuels is set to play a key role in the future of aviation.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2021
- Headquarters
- Adliswil, Switzerland
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 56.9/100
- Sub-industry
- Oil & Gas, Vehicle Production
- Sector
- Aviation, Sustainable Development Goals, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Climate Tech, Circular Economy, Hard Tech, Sustainable Aviation, E-Fuel, DT and LS
- Technology
- Hardware, Deep Tech
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRANT✓Other financing | Apr 2026 | $2.1M | — | Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) | ↗ |
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Feb 2026 | $24M | $96M | Rock Creek Group · Fortescue · UVC Partners · Verve Ventures | ↗ |
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed4 investors entered at this stage
Contrarian Ventures
Energy Impact Partners
Swiss Federal Office of Energy
Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO)
Series A5 investors entered at this stage
- CICelsius Industries
Fortescue
Rock Creek Group
Verve Ventures
UVC Partners
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
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