Kansai Airports Kobe has announced a new partnership with Kobe City, JGC Holdings Corporation, REVO International Inc., and NPO Blue Earth Project to promote the collection of used cooking oil in Kobe City. The collected oil will be used to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), contributing to a more sustainable society.
Condor Airlines has expanded its fleet with the arrival of its first brand-new A321neo aircraft. This modern aircraft, featuring a two-class configuration, enhanced comfort, and advanced technology, marks a significant step in Condor’s modernization journey, offering passengers a more sustainable and enjoyable travel experience.
Air New Zealand has received its first shipment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Wellington, marking a significant step towards its goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The fuel, manufactured using 100% used cooking oil, represents a life-cycle carbon emissions savings of at least 80 percent compared to traditional jet fuel.
Lufthansa, the German airline giant, announced it will implement an environmental charge of up to €72 on European flights to cover the increasing costs of EU climate regulations. The charge will be added to flights departing from EU countries, Britain, Norway, and Switzerland starting in January 2024. The airline cites the EU’s requirement to increase the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as a major driver of the new charge.
MAIRE S.p.A.’s subsidiary MyRechemical has signed a licensing agreement with DG Fuels Louisiana, LCC for its NX Circular gasification technology, paving the way for a 450 million liters per year Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) plant in Louisiana. The plant, scheduled to begin operations in 2028, will utilize residual biomass and municipal waste as feedstock, promoting a sustainable and circular approach to fuel production.
Twelve, a leading climate technology company, has announced the launch of its ‘Fuel for the Long Haul’ campaign, introducing E-Jet® Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a revolutionary fuel derived from CO2, water, and renewable energy sources. With up to 90% lower lifecycle emissions compared to conventional jet fuel, E-Jet® offers a significant step towards sustainable aviation.
Bangkok Airways, in partnership with OR, has launched the ‘Low Carbon Skies’ initiative, aiming to reduce carbon emissions in aviation operations. The initiative involves using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on flights between Samui and Bangkok. The airline is committed to becoming a ‘sustainable airline’ and has implemented various measures to reduce CO2 emissions, including efficient fuel use and the adoption of alternative energy sources. Bangkok Airways and OR’s collaboration supports global efforts towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and contributes to the proliferation of green aviation in Thailand and the region.
On May 27, 2024, Vietnam Airlines made history by operating its first flight using Neste MY Sustainable Aviation FuelTM. The Airbus A321 was refueled with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at Changi Airport in Singapore for its return flight to Hanoi, Vietnam. This significant milestone marks the airline’s commitment to sustainability and its collaboration with supply chain partners to expand SAF usage, contributing to net-zero emissions goals and climate change mitigation efforts.
Jet2 and Jet2holidays have unveiled an ambitious sustainability strategy that aims to achieve net zero by 2050. The strategy includes a 35% carbon emissions reduction target by 2035, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative. It encompasses initiatives such as enhancing fuel efficiency, reducing aircraft weight, and expanding the Certified Sustainable Hotels collection. Jet2 has made significant progress since 2021, including investments in SAF and the replacement of single-use plastics. The strategy emphasizes the importance of government support in accelerating aviation decarbonization through investments in SAF, air traffic management reforms, and electrical infrastructure upgrades.
LanzaJet, a leader in sustainable fuels technology, has received a $20 million investment from Groupe ADP, a global airport operator. This funding will support LanzaJet’s expansion of its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production technology worldwide. The investment follows the opening of the company’s Freedom Pines Fuels plant, the first commercial-scale ethanol-to-SAF facility in the world. LanzaJet aims to produce one billion gallons of SAF by 2030, contributing to the decarbonization of the aviation industry.
