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UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021-2031, and the 2031 National Hydrogen
Policy.'

Al Hajri further highlighted that the new project and partnership reflects the
Municipality's commitment to developing comprehensive and sustainable waste
management solutions, along with enhancing recycling and processing rates. He
added that this will position Dubai as a more sustainable city and strengthen its
global leadership in embracing sustainable practices for the betterment of future
generations.

Al Hajri said, “The success of the project under study, set for implementation in
July 2025, hinges on having the necessary technology and essential materials
within Dubai Municipality to produce SAF. These materials include waste and
treat sewage water. The project will also involve several investors and other
supportive and strategic partners.”

For his part, Al Falasi, Group CEO at ENOC, said, “As the UAE aims to supply
1% of fuel to national airlines at UAE airports using locally produced SAF by
2031, this milestone agreement with Dubai Municipality, Marubeni and BESIX
brings us one step closer to producing SAF through innovative processes and
the use of green energy. Through this partnership, we will work closely with
Dubai Municipality to transform sustainable feedstocks such as municipal solid
waste to produce SAF at scale. In addition to reducing the aviation industry’s
carbon footprint, this collaboration will also help to promote a circular economy
that focuses on recycling. At ENOC, we recognise the critical role that SAF plays
in reducing carbon emissions drastically and will continue to advance the UAE’s
Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative to realise a more sustainable future for all.”

Lembrechts, General Manager at BESIX Middle East, said, “BESIX remains
steadfast in its commitment to spearhead sustainable solutions aimed at curbing
greenhouse gas emissions. Renewing our trusted partnership with Dubai
Municipality, alongside esteemed developers ENOC and Marubeni, we are proud
to drive forward towards a greener future. SAF plays a pivotal role in shaping the
energy landscape of tomorrow, and it comes as no surprise that Dubai and the
UAE stand at the forefront of this transformative endeavour."

Furthermore, Ikushima, General Manager of the New Energy Business
Development Department at Marubeni Middle East and Africa Power Limited,
said, “In alignment with our Green Strategy set forth in 2022, Marubeni aspires to
be a ‘Forerunner in Green Business’ by addressing environmental issues in all
sectors and implementing sustainability initiatives - including the production of
SAF. By promoting the conversion of waste into SAF, we believe we can
contribute to both the decarbonisation of the aviation industry and Dubai's

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