In Japan, Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced that it has joined “TOKYO H2,” a new project launched by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government on September 3 aiming to make Tokyo a global leader in hydrogen. As part of this public-private initiative, the Crown has been introduced into the fuel cell taxi fleet to expand adoption. To […]
In Malaysia, Business Times reported that the Sarawak government is exploring the potential of a strategic partnership with Siemens Energy for hydrogen production in the state. Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg said the visit to Siemens Energy’s headquarters opened up new opportunities for Sarawak to gain experience and benefit from the company’s advanced technology, […]
In the UK, Fuel Cells Works reported that the Port of Alicante in Spain has formally launched a Preliminary Market Consultation (PMC) for a future green hydrogen plant, as it accelerates efforts to decarbonise logistics operations in line with the European Green Deal and “Fit for 55” targets. The initiative, dubbed PORTALI-H2, will remain open […]
In Mexico, Noticias Ambientales reported that the Mexican government is considering promoting a regional initiative to transform the sargassum into aviation biofuel. The proposal involves the creation of a multinational company with countries from Central America and the Caribbean, according to the report. The project would allow for an energy use of one of the […]
In New Zealand, The Lawyer Magazine reported that MinterEllisonRuddWatts is piloting Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) emissions reductions with Air New Zealand, becoming the only law firm in New Zealand to participate in the initiative. Through Air New Zealand, SAF’s “book and claim” system enables corporate partners to purchase SAF certificates that contribute to the airline’s use of sustainable […]
In Pennsylvania, the Sustainable Aviation Fuels Institute (SAFII) has been approved as a certified training provider for ASTM International. The distinction empowers SAFII to bring industry-accredited training programs to scientists, engineers, and technicians working with sustainable aviation fuels. “Our courses will meet the rigorous ASTM standards and also provide participants with valuable hands-on experience in […]
LanzaTech Global announced an innovative advancement with the potential to transform global sustainable aviation fuel production. Having successfully commercialized its technology to produce ethanol for SAF via the Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) process, the firm said it now has the capability for producing SAF via the Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids (HEFA) pathway. Collaboratively developed with the […]
In India, BioEnergy Times reported that the Ministry of Civil Aviation, in collaboration with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and backed by the European Union, officially launched the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Feasibility Study for India. Conducted under the ICAO ACT-SAF Program, the study explores the potential for producing and deploying drop-in SAF in […]
In the UK, SAF Investor reported that US-based synthetic fuels producer DG Fuels said it aims to modify its patented SAF production system to meet the European Union regulations by converting 25% of its expected 200m gallons per annum of SAF production to qualify as eSAF. “We are now beginning discussions with potential eSAF buyers […]
In India, BieEnergy Times reported that Eurowings has entered into a partnership with Greenlyte, a start-up building a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) laboratory at Düsseldorf Airport. Under the agreement, Eurowings will be the exclusive purchaser of the SAF produced during the project’s first three years. The facility will use a “power-to-liquid” kerosene process, which captures […]
