From the intense winds of Chilean Patagonia, Haru Oni is projected as one of the most innovative bets in the global energy transition. Inaugurated in 2022, this pilot plant for synthetic fuels and e-fuels is the first of its kind in the world and is part of the development of HIF Magallanes, a subsidiary of the multinational HIF Global.
Specifically, the facility uses wind energy and an electrolysis process to produce green hydrogen, which is then combined with carbon dioxide captured from a biogenic source to generate synthetic fuels such as e-gasoline and synthetic liquefied gas (e-LG).
"Chile has a great availability of this wonderful renewable energy. This endless, permanent wind is what brought us here and allows us to develop this sustainable and forward-looking industry. We are now working to move to a commercial stage through different projects. Once consolidated, we are looking to expand worldwide. One of the advantages is that from here (Magallanes) we can reach everywhere", explained Juan Eduardo Gallardo, Manager of HIF Magallanes.
The plant already exports 130,000 liters of this green fuel each year to markets such as the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom. For its transportation, the material is subjected to rigorous quality controls, including continuous 24-hour monitoring, on-site inspections and daily sample analysis in the laboratory developed by HIF Magallanes in collaboration with Gasco and the Universidad de Magallanes. Also, like traditional gasoline, the e-fuel is transported in an isotank made of a stainless steel alloy and protected by several layers of security, complying with international safety standards.
Since its inauguration, the plant has received more than 2,000 international visitors interested in replicating the model. Part of its infrastructure includes the Silyzer 200 electrolyzer, the Siemens Gamesa 3.4 MW wind turbine and the MtG (Methanol to Gasoline) technology, which allows the final synthesis of the fuel.
Alliances with global brands
In June 2025, the plant marked a new milestone by signing an agreement with Porsche AG and Shell for the supply of e-gasoline. Under the agreement, Chilean production will be sent to Shell's technology center in Hamburg, where it will be blended for use by Porsche in its promotional events.
In this line, Juan Eduardo Gallardo highlighted the importance of having a solid institutional framework to continue attracting investors and big brands in this industry: "There is a backbone that allows foreign investors to have certainty and peace of mind. That allows to see a stable medium and long term future and that makes Chile an attractive country. We have to take advantage of it".
Similarly, the executive referred to the leadership, not only regional, but worldwide that Chile has had regarding green hydrogen and its derivatives: "The effervescence and enthusiasm that there is in the world for this element started from Chile, who became a major player. In the plant we receive people from all over the world because we are the only ones that are already operating and from here they leave with ideas for projects and investments. We have managed to turn Magallanes into the center of the world and we are happy to contribute to the country's image", he pointed out.
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