About

Clean fuel.
Clear future.

Clean Energy.
Clear Skies.
We are building a bridge between today's aviation needs and tomorrow's climate considerations – a legacy we hope will power sustainable flight for generations to come.
Proud to lead the way, as one of the leading power to liquid companies, we look beyond today's challenges to tomorrow's certainties. Our approach isn't just rooted in science, it's powered by curiosity and calculated risk – we question conventional wisdom and innovate to achieve remarkable efficiencies.
We value
We are clear in our intentions and transparent in our actions. When we make a commitment, we honour it. By speaking truthfully and following through, we build relationships founded on confidence, reliability, and mutual respect - the foundations for meaningful, long-term partnerships.
We hold ourselves to world-class standards, because our work shapes outcomes that matter. Every project is approached with precision, discipline, and accountability to deliver results that exceed expectations. Excellence isn’t a target; it’s the standard we operate by every day.
We embrace fresh thinking and have the courage to act on it. Guided by vision and self-belief, we challenge convention to find smarter, more effective ways forward. We trust our people to take ownership, make bold decisions, and create lasting impact.
We choose the path that benefits people, the planet, and the future - even when it’s not the easiest route. Our decisions are grounded in responsibility, ethics, and care, ensuring our actions contribute positively to the world around us and generations to come.
We are clear in our intentions and transparent in our actions. When we make a commitment, we honour it. By speaking truthfully and following through, we build relationships founded on confidence, reliability, and mutual respect - the foundations for meaningful, long-term partnerships.
We hold ourselves to world-class standards, because our work shapes outcomes that matter. Every project is approached with precision, discipline, and accountability to deliver results that exceed expectations. Excellence isn’t a target; it’s the standard we operate by every day.
We embrace fresh thinking and have the courage to act on it. Guided by vision and self-belief, we challenge convention to find smarter, more effective ways forward. We trust our people to take ownership, make bold decisions, and create lasting impact.
We choose the path that benefits people, the planet, and the future - even when it’s not the easiest route. Our decisions are grounded in responsibility, ethics, and care, ensuring our actions contribute positively to the world around us and generations to come.
CNF Leadership team

Alasdair Lumsden

Co-founder

Sophie Zienkiewicz

Co-founder

Matthew Norman

Programme Director

Eleanor Akers

Strategy & Business Development Director

Mark Amor

Commercial Director

Isobel Thomas-Horton

Executive Assistant

Richard Baldwin

Non-Executive Director 

Stephanie Ng

Engineering Manager
Partners
Awards
2025
Sophie Zienkiewicz, Northern Gamechangers
2025
ICHemE Finalist, Sustainability Award
2025
Trailblazing Tech Winners
Features
Cumbria: How eSAF Can Bring Sustainable Jobs to Regional Communities
Open Access Government Journal
The Synergies of Nuclear Energy and Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Nuclear Futures Magazine
From CO2 to Jet Fuel: The Consortium Model Driving Climate Impact and Commercial Value
Decarbonisation Technology Magazine
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