In Thailand, Reccessary reported that Thailand’s first standard for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) specifications is expected to be released this month and enforced next year, starting at 1% and increasing to 8% by 2036.
The move aims to decarbonize the aviation sector in line with international measures and support the country’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, according to the report.
Thailand’s leading biofuel producer, Bangchak, inaugurated a dedicated facility for 100% neat SAF in April, with an initial production capacity of 1 million liters per day.
The company has signed agreements with local governments and food and beverage companies to collect used cooking oil as feedstock, while its subsidiary, BBGI (Bio-Based Green Innovation), is exploring algae-based SAF to diversify future sources, the report added.
PTT Global Chemical (PTTGC), the state-owned petroleum and LNG company, produced its first batch of SAF from used cooking oil in January and plans to expand production to 24 million liters per year in the future. The company has also formed strategic partnerships with Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways to collaborate on the research, development, and adoption of SAF.
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