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The Tour de France adopts SAF for helicopter operations

The Tour de France adopts SAF for helicopter operations

July 5, 2023 |

In France, Airbus reported that the organization of the Tour of France decided to adopt SAF for helicopter operations. “We use seven to nine helicopters for this big race,” said Jean-Marc Genechesi, director of Hélicoptères de France, one of the brands of French group HGB. “Our helicopters are in fact used by two clients: ASO, […]

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Turkish Airlines becomes most sustainable airline for second year in a row

Turkish Airlines becomes most sustainable airline for second year in a row

July 5, 2023 |

In Turkey, Turkish Airlines said it has been awarded the title of “Most Sustainable Flag Carrier Airline” by World Finance. This is the second consecutive year that the airline has received this award, the company said. Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee Ahmet Bolat, stated: “Turkish Airlines has set a strategic goal […]

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GS Caltex, Korean Air to test sustainable aviation fuel

GS Caltex, Korean Air to test sustainable aviation fuel

July 5, 2023 |

In Korea, The Korea Herald reported that South Korean oil refiner GS Caltex said it has signed a partnership with national flag carrier Korean Air to promote the demonstration of SAF to reduce carbon emissions. Through the partnership, GS Caltex will supply SAF to Korean Air on international flights departing from Incheon airport in Seoul. […]

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DHL Express adds new customer to its GoGreen Plus service

DHL Express adds new customer to its GoGreen Plus service

July 5, 2023 |

In Singapore, DHL Express, said it has added a new customer, Linklaters, on its GoGreen Plus service to reduce carbon emissions for its time-definite international (TDI) shipments through the use of sustainable aviation fuel. Global law firm Linklaters aims to reduce the carbon emissions associated with their shipments across the Asia Pacific and United Arab […]

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Consortium receives grant for 10MW offshore hydrogen project in Belgium

Consortium receives grant for 10MW offshore hydrogen project in Belgium

July 1, 2023 |

In Belgium, Lhyfe reported that the HOPE (Hydrogen Offshore Production for Europe) project consortium has signed a $21.8 million grant agreement with the European Commission. The HOPE project involves developing, building and operating the first 10 MW production unit in the North Sea, off the coast of Belgium, by 2026. The aim is to demonstrate […]

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UKPIA urges UK Government to set an achievable SAF target 

UKPIA urges UK Government to set an achievable SAF target 

July 1, 2023 |

In the UK, UKPIA is calling on the UK Government to set an achievable target for the amount of SAF used by local airlines in 2025 or risk higher prices for passengers. In response to the Government’s consultation on Developing the UK Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate, UKPIA says that setting a target for SAF above […]

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UECC, GoodFuels and NYK collaborate on biofuel delivery

UECC, GoodFuels and NYK collaborate on biofuel delivery

June 30, 2023 |

In Norway, United European Car Carriers (UECC) said it has successfully completed the delivery of sustainable biofuel in the port of Vlissingen, in collaboration with Dutch biofuel provider GoodFuels and vessel owner NYK.  This operation marks the first time a UECC time-chartered vessel, m/v Emerald Leader, has been bunkered with biofuel, the company said. GoodFuels […]

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IATA launches World Sustainability Symposium

IATA launches World Sustainability Symposium

June 30, 2023 |

In Switzerland, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said it will launch the IATA World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Madrid, Spain on October 3-4.  IATA noted that the symposium will facilitate critical discussions in seven key areas: the overall strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, including SAF, the crucial role of government and […]

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Nordic firm Scandinavian Biogas becomes Biokraft

Nordic firm Scandinavian Biogas becomes Biokraft

June 30, 2023 |

In Sweden, Scandinavian Biogas, a biogas producer with facilities in Sweden, Norway and Korea said it has decided to change its name to Biokraft ahead of upcoming northern European expansion with a focus on liquefied biogas. “I am very proud of our new brand Biokraft. It is strong and clear. It conveys the essence of […]

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Viridi Partners with American Organic Energy to develop food waste-to-RNG projects in New York

Viridi Partners with American Organic Energy to develop food waste-to-RNG projects in New York

June 30, 2023 |

In New York, Viridi Energy, a renewable natural gas platform, has partnered with American Organic Energy (AOE) to develop one of the largest food waste-to-renewable natural gas projects in the United States. The project is expected to convert 210,000 tons of waste per year into clean energy and agriculture products. Located in Yaphank, New York, […]

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