Leigh Hackett

Leigh Hackett is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the fossil fuels industry before transitioning to a sustainable pathway focused on decarbonization solutions.

His educational background includes studies in Chemical Engineering at The University of Manchester, complemented by additional education at King Charles I Grammar and Alliance Manchester Business School.

Leigh is a co-founder of Metafuels AG, a company dedicated to developing synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to combat the challenges of decarbonizing aviation.

Throughout his impressive career, Leigh has held key positions in renowned organizations such as GE Power, Capture Power Limited, ABB Lummus Global, and Lurgi Öl-Gas-Chemie, where he contributed to business development, marketing, sales, and technology advancements.

With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Leigh Hackett and his team at Metafuels AG are working towards transforming the future of sustainable aviation through groundbreaking solutions.

His journey from the fossil fuels industry to pioneering decarbonization initiatives showcases his commitment to addressing pressing environmental challenges and driving positive change in the aviation sector.