In the UK, International Airport Review reported that a new analysis highlights how private investment and national policies are driving global growth in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The report, ‘Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Global Investment Analysis’ by Innovate UK Business Connect, explores private investment sources, national policies, production pathways, and feedstock availability to uncover patterns and trends. Michelle Carter, Head of Transport and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Innovation Program Lead at Innovate UK Business Connect, said: “This initial analysis offers some insight into the evolving global SAF landscape. What is clear is the growing development of national policies or instruments is stimulating a positive investment ecosystem and strengthening the international effort to grow the SAF industry.” The report highlighted that 46% of the total private investment went to the US, while 78% of global nations with SAF plants have a type of instrument or policy. The analysis also indicates that the UK SAF industry is expanding due to growing private investment, supported by government policies. Key initiatives include the SAF mandate, introduced on January 1, 2025, which aims for a 10% blend in aviation fuel by 2030.
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