Category: SAF

Las Vegas Airports to offer SAF for flights from NBAA’s 2023 Convention

Las Vegas Airports to offer SAF for flights from NBAA’s 2023 Convention

October 11, 2023 |

In Washington D.C., the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) said that aircraft flying into Las Vegas’ three airports for the 2023 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) will have an opportunity to fuel up with sustainable aviation fuel. NBAA will host the event from Oct 17-19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) and Henderson […]

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ADNOC gets ISCC Certification to produce SAF in the UAE

ADNOC gets ISCC Certification to produce SAF in the UAE

October 11, 2023 |

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), ADNOC said its Ruwais Refinery has received International Sustainability Carbon Certification (ISCC) for the production of sustainable aviation fuel, making it the first company in the Middle East to earn the distinction. The ISCC EU/CORSIA PLUS “Co Processing” international certification enables ADNOC to supply its SAF to international airlines […]

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Willis Lease Finance Corporation announces Teesworks as site for its new SAF project

Willis Lease Finance Corporation announces Teesworks as site for its new SAF project

October 11, 2023 |

In Florida, Willis Lease Finance Corporation  (WLFC), a lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, together with its subsidiary Willis Sustainable Fuels Limited, announced the selection of Teesworks in Tees Valley, England, as the intended location for a sustainable aviation fuel plant. This plant will be the first of its kind […]

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Agra Energy selects KP Engineering for SAF plants

Agra Energy selects KP Engineering for SAF plants

October 11, 2023 |

In the UK, Hydrocarbon Engineering reported that KP Engineering has been selected as the engineering, procurement, fabrication and construction management (EPFCm) partner for Agra Energy’s series of sustainable aviation fuel plants. These gas-to-liquids (GTL) units will produce SAF produced entirely from effluent waste from dairy farms. “We are honored to be a trusted partner for […]

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Petronas and Idemitsu collaborate to accelerate development of SAF for the aviation industry

Petronas and Idemitsu collaborate to accelerate development of SAF for the aviation industry

October 11, 2023 |

In Japan, Malaysian oil firm Petronas said it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Idemitsu Kosan Co. to collaborate on the development of sustainable aviation fuel. Under the terms of the MoU, Petronas and Idemitsu will focus on a feasibility study to scale-up bio feedstock possibilities, production cost analysis and security in ensuring a […]

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Emirates and Shell Aviation sign agreement for SAF supply at airline’s Dubai hub

Emirates and Shell Aviation sign agreement for SAF supply at airline’s Dubai hub

October 11, 2023 |

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), local airline Emirates has announced an agreement with Shell Aviation for the supply of over 300,000 gallons of blended SAF for use at the airline’s international hub in Dubai. The first SAF delivery under the agreement is expected to commence before the end of the year, making it the […]

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Masdar and Boeing ink deal to accelerate the SAF industry in the UAE and globally

Masdar and Boeing ink deal to accelerate the SAF industry in the UAE and globally

October 11, 2023 |

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Masdar signed a partnership with Boeing to propel the sustainable aviation fuel industry in the UAE and globally. The partnership aims to further support the commercial aviation industry’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, Masdar said. Together, Masdar and Boeing will advance and support the development and adoption […]

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IATA chief says price of SAF will remain higher than traditional kerosene

IATA chief says price of SAF will remain higher than traditional kerosene

October 4, 2023 |

In Mexico, ZFR reported that the head of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Willie Walsh, has stated that sustainable aviation fuel is likely to continue to be more expensive than traditional kerosene, even as large-scale production increases. However, Walsh emphasized the industry’s willingness to take on the higher price, stating: “The industry recognizes the […]

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Zilor’s ethanol gets certification to be used in SAF production

Zilor’s ethanol gets certification to be used in SAF production

October 4, 2023 |

In Brazil, Nova Cana reported that local company Zilor announced that it has received certification for its ethanol to be used in low-carbon biofuels for aviation. The report noted that only four plants in the world are recognized for producing clean ethanol from sugar cane. Among them, two are from Zilor: the Macatuba and Lençóis […]

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Diamond DA42-VI aircraft uses SAF for the first time

Diamond DA42-VI aircraft uses SAF for the first time

October 4, 2023 |

In Austria, Diamond Aircraft said that a Diamond DA42-VI training aircraft, powered by the Austro Engine AE300, from European Flight Academy, a brand of Lufthansa Aviation Training GmbH (LAT) used SAF for the first time. This flight was the result of intensive preparation between LAT, Diamond Aircraft, and the engine manufacturer Austro Engine. Bremen Airport […]

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