In Illinois, Syntholene Energy has secured a dedicated geothermal energy resource sufficient to deploy what it claims to be the world’s first geothermally-powered synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) plant module. The signing of a binding agreement for up to 20 megawatts of electrical energy (or thermal equivalent) marks a key step toward the company’s goal […]
In Belgium, Rely, a joint venture between Technip Energies and John Cockerill, and Verso Energy signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), in view of the development by Verso Energy of seven e-Fuels production plants worldwide: four in France, two in Finland, and one in the United States. The company noted that these facilities are expected […]
In New York, JetBlue along with its fuel partners marked the first-ever regular supply of sustainable aviation fuel for commercial air travel in the region at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). JetBlue said the SAF supply is made possible through corporate business partners who help cover the cost premium over traditional jet […]
In Japan, Japan Airlines (JAL), Airbus, Nippon Paper Industries, Sumitomo Corporation, and Green Earth Institute (GEI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the realization of sustainable aviation fuel using bioethanol derived from domestic wood. The five companies said they will work to enable a low-carbon society by reducing greenhouse gas emissions […]
In the UK, Oils & Fats International reported that Finnish renewable fuels producer Neste has reported an increase in sustainable aviation fuel sales despite a challenging market for renewables. Announcing its fourth quarter financial results last month, Neste Corporation said that although its renewables segment had been impacted by both market and operational challenges during […]
In New Jersey, AIN reported that many of the helicopters that flew to the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas last weekend for display at Verticon did so on sustainable aviation fuel. The 30% SAF blend was provided by Avfuel and paid for by Airbus Helicopters, according to the report. “The future of vertical […]
In South Korea, Korea Herald reported that Korean oil refiner SK Energy announced that it recently signed a comprehensive partnership with Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific Airways to promote the expansion of its sustainable aviation fuel exports. The partnership explores the potential supply of SAF for cargo planes in addition to its current use in […]
In Illinois, SEKO Logistics announced a partnership with United Airlines with the first purchase of SAF. As a key participant in United’s Eco-Skies Alliance, SEKO not only shares in the cost of acquiring lower emission fuels, but also plays a role in promoting the adoption and integration of SAF across the logistics industry. “United Cargo […]
In Germany, sustainable e-fuel production firm INERATEC formally agreed a $43.7 million venture debt loan with the European Investment Bank (EIB) and $32.7 million grant with Breakthrough Energy Catalyst. The combined $76.5million backing will finance construction of Europe`s largest sustainable e-Fuel production plant in Frankfurt and e-Fuel research and development of future, key steps in […]
In Romania, Romania Insider reported that aircrafts at Cluj-Napoca International Airport can use sustainable aviation fuel provided by OMV Petrom. The planes taking off from Cluj Airport are fueled with a blend of 2% SAF, thereby reducing their environmental impact. Nearly 1,800 flights were operated in January and February using this fuel, covering all departures […]
