In Japan, IHI and IHI ASIA PACIFIC, in collaboration with the A*STAR Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals, Energy and Environment in Singapore, held an opening ceremony on January 15, 2025 to mark the completion of a SAF production test rig for CO2 direct-conversion to liquid hydrocarbons, with a capacity of 5 kg per day. The […]
In Bulgaria, Renewables Now reported that Swiss company Metafuels has closed a $9 million funding round. The transaction was led by Celsius Industries. It attracted support from both new investors, including RockCreek, Fortescue Ventures and Verve Ventures, and existing backers like Energy Impact Partners (EIP) and Contrarian Ventures, according to the report. The report also […]
In Thailand, PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC) announced the successful launch of the first sustainable aviation fuel in the country. GC said its SAF production leverages its expertise in refining and advanced chemicals to create clean energy innovations for the aviation industry. In addition to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, it also adds value […]
In Hungary, Wizz Air, Airbus, as well as Moeve and Charleroi Airport, announced the successful completion of sustainable aviation fuel operational trial. During the trial, Wizz Air operated more than 50 flights using a blend of SAF and traditional jet fuel, according to the mass balancing model. The airline noted that the initiative demonstrated the […]
In Belgium, Euractiv reported that Portugal’s government is moving ahead with tenders for the production of sustainable aviation fuel and has already received expressions of interest from several companies. The report noted that Portugal’s Energy Minister Maria da Graça Carvalho explained that Portugal has all the conditions to play a leading role in this field. […]
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 […]
In the UK, FlightGlobal reported that the Royal Norwegian Air Force has become the first operator to fly the Lockheed Martin F-35 stealth fighter using a significant proportion of sustainable aviation fuel. The report noted that a first test flight of the combat aircraft employing a “greener fuel blend containing 40% biofuel” produced from “waste, […]
In Austria, OMV and Airbus have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance the decarbonization of the aviation industry through SAF. Under the agreement, OMV and Airbus will explore joint solutions to broaden the voluntary access to SAF for various customer groups, aimed at stimulating new demand and thereby supporting large-scale investments in new SAF […]
In New York, Morning Ag Clips reported that the Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) commended the U.S. Department of the Treasury for the release of new guidance surrounding the 45Z biofuel tax credit. The guidance addresses key aspects of biofuel production and outlines the eligibility criteria for claiming the credit, benefiting soybean farmers by further strengthening […]
In Brazil, Dinheiro Rural reported that Brazil’s exports of soybeans, soybean meal, corn and wheat in January are expected to end January above initial projections, according to data by the National Association of Cereal Exporters (Anec). The country’s soybean shipments were estimated at 2.19 million tons, compared to 1.71 million in the previous week’s projection. […]
