ROTOBOOST, which is a Finnish energy transition technology company that pioneers proprietary methane-splitting technology when it comes to low-carbon hydrogen and advanced carbon materials, on November 2, 2026, made public a strategic investment by Aramco Ventures, the corporate venturing arm of Aramco, which, apparently, is one of the world’s most prominent integrated energy and chemicals organizations.
This investment represents a key step in the journey by ROTOBOOST to expand its exclusive methane-splitting technology. The method transforms natural gas – C1-C6 and various other hydrocarbon feedstocks into low-carbon hydrogen along with advanced carbon materials, including high-value Crumpled Graphene Nanoplatelets – CGNPs which are next-generation advanced materials having a distinct 3D crumpled structure that offer higher conductivity and efficiency at lower costs, using a molten catalyst.
The methane-splitting technology by ROTOBOOST creates low-carbon hydrogen and produces superior solid carbon materials for industrial uses, establishing a new economic framework where decarbonization creates value – transforming carbon into capital. This is different from steam methane reforming – SMR which generates large quantities of carbon dioxide, or water electrolysis consuming large quantities of electricity.
Proven Technology That’s Globally Validated
ROTOBOOST has accomplished a number of unprecedented milestones, which indicate the commercial preparedness and technical expertise of its platform –
– TÜV SÜD Certification, which is the first in the world for the lifecycle carbon footprint of both hydrogen and carbon product streams from methane pyrolysis – June 2025.
– World’s First Commercial Pilot with PETRONAS in the oil and gas sector – accomplishing 1,000+ hours of uninterrupted operation – May 2025
– Four Approvals in Principle – AiPs coming from marine class societies Lloyd’s Register, ABS, and Bureau Veritas, as well as RINA for marine applications
– Strategic alliances with industry leaders, including Baowu, which is the largest steelmaker in the world, and Hankook Tire
Strategic justification
The funding from Aramco Ventures will contribute to the rapidity of expansion by ROTOBOOST across several dimensions –
- Expand Manufacturing – Roll out commercial-scale methane splitting systems in the case of oil & gas, power, and steel, as well as marine sectors.
- Enhanced Carbon Materials – Expand production capacity of high-value solid carbon products when it comes to coating, battery, polymer, and steel as well as tire markets.
- Geographic Reach – Build greater visibility in the Middle East, Asia, and Europe, as well as North America.
- Technology Development – Keep continuing to make investments in R&D to improve the efficiency of methane-splitting reactors, feedstock adaptability, and applications for carbon products.
According to ROTOBOOST CEO Kaisa Nikulainen, “Securing investment from Aramco Ventures, the corporate venturing arm of Aramco, supports our vision that methane-splitting can drive industrial decarbonization efforts. Our methane-splitting technology is uniquely positioned to address two of the greatest challenges in the energy transition: producing low-carbon hydrogen at competitive cost while creating high-value carbon materials. With Aramco Ventures’ strategic support and global network, we are well-positioned to scale our technology across key industrial sectors worldwide.”
Says Executive Managing Director of Aramco Ventures, Zayed Alamri, “ROTOBOOST aims to develop methane-splitting technology to produce hydrogen and solid carbon materials for potential use in batteries, anti-corrosion coatings, and polymers. Through our investment, we aim to support the company’s technology development and exploration of commercial opportunities. We look forward to working with the team as it seeks to assess potential industrial applications and build relationships with prospective customers and partners.”