The Biomobility Center in Brazil, a part of MAHLE’s global network, has completed its first year of operation, achieving significant milestones in the development of biofuels and biomaterials. Located in Jundiaí, São Paulo, the center aims to leverage South America’s expertise in renewable fuels to advance sustainable mobility solutions globally. During its first year, the center launched eight key projects, including the development of cellulosic filter mediums, activated carbon derived from biomass, and an Ethanol Power Cell Unit to enhance flex-fuel engine efficiency.
The center has formed valuable partnerships with customers, research institutions, and original equipment manufacturers, and has begun transferring knowledge to North America and Asia. Half of the center’s projects are being carried out in collaboration with Brazilian research institutes, with support from government programs such as MOVER, Embrapii, and FAPEMIG. The center’s work is focused on developing sustainable fuels, including biofuels, biomethane, and ethanol, with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.
MAHLE’s CEO, Arnd Franz, has emphasized the importance of rapidly scaling sustainable fuels globally, with a goal of reaching over 20% renewable fuel consumption by 2030. Brazil’s leadership in biofuel production and successful policies make it an ideal location for biofuel innovation, and the center is working closely with governments and industry stakeholders in countries such as India, Thailand, and Japan to promote global biofuel adoption.
As a global leader in automotive parts manufacturing, MAHLE has increasingly focused on sustainable mobility solutions as the automotive sector transitions towards a more environmentally-friendly future. The company’s broader strategy includes electrification, thermal management, and the development of sustainable internal combustion engines powered by renewable fuels like hydrogen, synthetic fuels, and biofuels. With the Biomobility Center in Brazil, MAHLE is well-positioned to play a key role in the development of sustainable mobility solutions and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions globally.