Southeast Asia is set to benefit as a major exporter of surplus biofuels to Europe. Rising production capacity in the region will exceed local demand in the coming years. This creates new opportunities for ASEAN to position itself in the global renewable energy market.
Petronas noted that access to feedstocks and infrastructure are improving across the region. A biorefinery in Johor, Malaysia, built with Japanese and Italian partners, will add 650,000 tons annually.
Regional production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could reach 4 million tons by 2030. Biofuel demand in Asia-Pacific is also forecast to grow rapidly, up to 250 million liters yearly. Europe’s green transition is opening strong demand for imports from ASEAN producers. Such projects will generate jobs, technology transfer, and cross-border collaborations. Overall, ASEAN is emerging as a competitive hub for renewable energy exports.
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September 19, 2025
