Sustainable aviation fuel news
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- 2024-06-18 Policy Biofuels International Annual Conference and Exhibition to Include Sustainable Aviation Fuel Summit biofuels-news.com
Biofuels International will be hosting its annual conference and exhibition in Brussels on 18-19 June 2024. For the first time, the event will include a sustainable aviation fuel summit. The summit will focus on decarbonisation, net zero, and energy securit...Biofuels International, Shell, BP, Total, Petronas
- 2024-06-17 Other news Thailand Faces Challenges in Transition to High-Tech Industries Amid Factory Closures bangkokpost.com
The article discusses the challenges Thailand faces as it transitions to high-tech industries, particularly in the automotive sector. Recent closures of plants by Japanese automakers Subaru and Suzuki Motor Corp highlight the difficulties in maintaining Tha...Thailand · Subaru, Suzuki Motor Corp, Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), Tan Chong Subaru Automotive Thailand, Tan Chong International Ltd
- 2024-06-17 Plants and production Thailand Faces Challenges in Transition to High-Tech Industries Amid Factory Closures bangkokpost.com
The article discusses the recent decisions by Japanese automakers Subaru and Suzuki Motor Corp to close their plants in Thailand, affecting the country's status as a leading global car producer. The closures are part of a broader trend of factory shutdowns ...Thailand · Subaru, Suzuki Motor Corp, Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), Tan Chong Subaru Automotive Thailand, Tan Chong International Ltd
- 2024-06-16 Other news CLIMBING. FAST. Initiative Applauds Formation of Congressional Sustainable Aviation Caucus aero-news.net
A dozen international aviation business stakeholders have responded positively to the establishment of the Congressional Sustainable Aviation Caucus, highlighting the 'CLIMBING. FAST.' initiative. This advocacy initiative aims to showcase the societal benef...supplier N/A · N/A · volume N/A · feedstock N/A · N/A · CLIMBING. FAST.
- 2024-06-14 Deals Vast Renewables and Mabanaft Advance Green Methanol Production with Joint Development Agreement biobased-diesel.com
Vast Renewables Ltd., a renewable energy company, has signed a joint-development agreement (JDA) with Mabanaft to advance Solar Methanol 1 (SM1), a concentrated solar thermal power (CSP)-powered green-methanol reference plant in South Australia. SM1 aims to...supplier Vast Renewables Ltd. · South Australia · volume 7,500 metric tons · feedstock CO2 and hydrogen · Power-to-liquid · Vast Renewables Ltd., Mabanaft, Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), Projekttrger Jlich (PTJ), Solar Methanol Consortium
- 2024-06-14 Other news Biofuels boost puts United European Car Carriers on course to beat emissions-reduction target biobased-diesel.com
United European Car Carriers (UECC) has significantly increased its biofuel usage, doubling the amount to 14,000 metric tons in the last year, and is on track to exceed its 45 percent emissions reduction target by 2030. The company has achieved a tank-to-wa...feedstock cashew-nut shell liquid (CNSL) · United European Car Carriers, GoodFuels, ACT Group, BMW, NYK
- 2024-06-13 Plants and production Comstock and RenFuel Advance Agreements for Biorefinery Development and Expansion in Europe biobased-diesel.com
Comstock Inc. has announced advancements in its amended agreements with RenFuel K2B AB, which involve the development of RenFuel's planned biorefinery project at a pulp-and-paper mill in Sweden. The amendments aim to expand the partnership's scope in Europe...supplier Comstock Inc. · Sweden · feedstock lignocellulosic biomass · catalytic esterification, hydrodeoxygenation · Comstock Inc., RenFuel K2B AB, RenFuel K2B Lignolproduktion AB, Preem, Chevron Lummus Global
- 2024-06-13 Deals Neste Supplies Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Emirates from Singapore Refinery biobased-diesel.com
Neste Corp. has supplied Emirates with approximately 872,000 gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for flights departing from Singapore Changi Airport. This makes Emirates the first international visiting carrier to use SAF supplied at the airport from...supplier Neste Corp. · Singapore · volume 872,000 gallons · feedstock used cooking oil and animal-fat waste · HEFA · Neste Corp., Emirates
- 2024-06-13 Deals Vast Renewables and Mabanaft Sign Joint Development Agreement for Solar Methanol Plant globenewswire.com
Vast Renewables Limited has signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Mabanaft to advance the Solar Methanol 1 (SM1) project, a CSP-powered green methanol plant in South Australia. The plant will produce 7,500 tonnes of green methanol annually, which ...supplier Vast Renewables Limited · Australia · volume 7,500 tonnes · Concentrated Solar Thermal Power (CSP) · Vast Renewables Limited, Mabanaft, Calix, Australian Solar Thermal Research Institute (ASTRI)
- 2024-06-13 Plants and production OMV Petrom Invests €750 Million to Transform Petrobrazi Refinery for Sustainable Fuel Production greencarcongress.com
OMV Petrom, the largest integrated energy producer in Southeast Europe, has committed approximately €750 million to transform its Petrobrazi refinery into a major producer of sustainable fuels. The investment includes a SAF/HVO facility and two green hydrog...supplier OMV Petrom · Romania · volume 250 kt/year · feedstock Used Cooking Oil · HEFA · OMV Petrom, Respira Verde
- 2024-06-12 Other news Bombardier Showcases Global 7500 and Challenger 3500 at Catarina Aviation Show globenewswire.com
Bombardier Inc. announced its participation in the Catarina Aviation Show in S\u00e3o Paulo, Brazil, where it will display its Global 7500 and Challenger 3500 aircraft. The event, taking place from June 13-15, will be the first stop on a Brazilian demo tour...Bombardier Inc.
- 2024-06-12 Plants and production Zero and Airbus Sign MoU to Advance Synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel greencarcongress.com
Zero, a company developing synthetic, non-biological fuels using carbon dioxide from the air and hydrogen from water, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus to advance the development of synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (eSAF). The co...supplier Zero · United Kingdom · feedstock carbon dioxide from the air and hydrogen from water · synthetic fuel production · Zero, Airbus
- 2024-06-11 Plants and production Congressional Sustainable Aviation Caucus Formed to Advance Industry Sustainability biobased-diesel.com
U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson and Sharice Davids announced the creation of the Congressional Sustainable Aviation Caucus (CSAC) on June 10. The bipartisan caucus, co-chaired by Davids and Johnson, aims to reduce the aviation industry's environmental im...United States · General Aviation Manufacturers Association, OMV Petrom, IATA, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
- 2024-06-11 Plants and production OMV Petrom to invest $805M at Petrobrazi refinery in Romania to produce renewable diesel, SAF biobased-diesel.com
OMV Petrom, the largest integrated energy producer in Southeast Europe, has announced a significant investment of approximately 750 million euros ($805 million) at its Petrobrazi refinery in Romania to become the first major producer of sustainable fuels in...supplier OMV Petrom · Romania · volume 250,000 tons per year · feedstock Used cooking oil · Green hydrogen production · OMV Petrom, Respira Verde
- 2024-06-11 Plants and production U.S. Renewable Diesel Production Growth Drastically Impacts Global Feedstock Trade fas.usda.gov
The article discusses the rapid growth of U.S. renewable diesel production driven by federal and state policies aimed at reducing emissions. This growth has significantly impacted both domestic and global feedstock markets, leading to increased imports of a...United States · feedstock vegetable oils, animal fats, used cooking oil (UCO) · hydrogen treatment · USDA, Environmental Protection Agency, FarmDoc Daily, Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 2024-06-11 Plants and production U.S. Renewable Diesel Production Growth Drastically Impacts Global Feedstock Trade fas.usda.gov
The article discusses the rapid growth of U.S. renewable diesel production driven by federal and state policies aimed at reducing emissions. This growth has significantly impacted both domestic and global feedstock markets, leading to increased imports of a...United States · feedstock vegetable oils, animal fats, used cooking oil (UCO) · hydrogen treatment · Environmental Protection Agency, USDA, FarmDoc Daily, Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 2024-06-10 Policy EU Biodiesel Industry Faces Threat from Chinese Imports euractiv.com
The article discusses the challenges faced by the EU biodiesel industry due to increasing imports of biodiesel from China. The European Union, a leader in climate ambitions and biofuel production, is seeing its biodiesel industry suffer from dumped prices o...China · volume 1.8 Million Tonnes · European Biodiesel Board
- 2024-06-10 Plants and production Zero Petroleum and Airbus Partner to Advance Synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel biobased-diesel.com
Zero Petroleum has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Airbus to advance the development of synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) and enable its commercial-scale adoption. Zero Petroleum secured the Guinness World Records title for the firs...supplier Zero Petroleum · United Kingdom · feedstock air and water · Power-to-liquid · Zero Petroleum, Airbus
- 2024-06-10 Other news HMM partners with IKEA to drive decarbonization of ocean transport biobased-diesel.com
HMM has signed an agreement with IKEA Supply Chain Operations to use HMM's Green Sailing Service, a low-carbon ocean-transport solution that utilizes waste-based biofuels to reduce CO2e emissions. This initiative is part of both companies' efforts to decarb...feedstock waste-based biomass · HMM, IKEA Supply Chain Operations, International Sustainability and Carbon Certification System GmbH
- 2024-06-10 Plants and production Comstock Inc. Advances on Amended Agreements with RenFuel for Biorefinery Development globenewswire.com
Comstock Inc. announced amendments to its agreements with RenFuel K2B AB, focusing on the development of a planned biorefinery in Sweden and expanding their partnership in Europe. The amendments involve the liquidation of RenFuel K2B Lignolproduktion AB, a ...supplier Comstock Inc. · Sweden · volume 1,050,000 TPY · feedstock qualified biomass feedstocks · Comstock's proprietary technologies, RenFuel's catalytic esterification technology · Comstock Inc., RenFuel K2B AB, RenFuel K2B Lignolproduktion AB, Preem
- 2024-06-10 Research C919 Aircraft Completes Maiden Test Flight with Sinopec's Sustainable Aviation Fuel greencarcongress.com
The C919 aircraft completed its maiden test flight with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) produced by Sinopec earlier this month. The C919 made a soft landing on the runway of Dongying Airport in Shandong Province, marking the first time for the domestic comm...supplier Sinopec · China · feedstock Used Cooking Oil (UCO) · Sinopec
- 2024-06-10 Other news Fox River Resources Corporation Announces Addition of Phosphate to Canada's 2024 Critical Minerals List globenewswire.com
Fox River Resources Corporation has announced that phosphate has been added to Canada's 2024 Critical Minerals List. The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, unveiled the updated list, recognizing phosphate's importance f...Ontario, Canada · feedstock Phosphate · Fox River Resources Corporation, Natural Resources Canada
- 2024-06-07 Plants and production Pilatus Partners with Synhelion to Scale Up Solar Fuels in Aviation aero-news.net
Pilatus and Synhelion have announced a partnership to scale up the use of solar fuels in aviation. Pilatus has become a shareholder in Synhelion, a company that emerged from ETH Zurich in 2016, with the goal of decarbonizing the travel industry through sola...supplier Synhelion · Germany · feedstock CO2 and hydrogen · Power-to-liquid · Pilatus, Synhelion, ETH Zurich
- 2024-06-07 Plants and production Pilatus Aircraft Partners with Synhelion for Sustainable Solar Fuels biobased-diesel.com
Synhelion, a company specializing in solar fuel technology, has entered into a strategic partnership with Pilatus Aircraft Ltd., the largest aircraft manufacturer in Switzerland. The collaboration aims to accelerate the use of solar fuels in aviation. Pilat...supplier Synhelion · Germany · feedstock solar energy · Power-to-liquid · Synhelion, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd., EcoEngineers, LanzaJet, RonKo Media Productions LLC
- 2024-06-07 Policy Neogen Releases CelluSmart Technology for Biofuel Industry investorsobserver.com
Neogen Corporation has launched CelluSmart technology, developed by Megazyme by Neogen, for measuring cellulosic ethanol in biofuel production. This technology, which is an improvement upon the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) procedure, includes...supplier Neogen Corporation · CelluSmart technology · Neogen Corporation, Megazyme, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- 2024-06-07 Research World’s First In-Flight Study Shows 100% SAF Reduces Soot and Contrail Ice Crystals greencarcongress.com
Results from the world’s first in-flight study of the impact of using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in both engines of a commercial aircraft show a reduction in soot particles and formation of contrail ice crystals compared to using conventional Jet ...supplier Neste · Germany · feedstock Not mentioned · Airbus, Rolls-Royce, German Aerospace Center (DLR), Neste, National Research Council of Canada
- 2024-06-06 Other news Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines Sign MOU for Sustainability Initiatives biobased-diesel.com
Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on sustainability initiatives, particularly advocating for the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Asia-Pacific region. The MOU was signed by Cath...Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines
- 2024-06-06 Other news Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines Sign MOU for Sustainability Initiatives biobased-diesel.com
Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on sustainability initiatives, particularly advocating for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Asia-Pacific region. The MOU was signed by Cathay Group CE...Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines
- 2024-06-06 Other news Bombardier Defense Secures Order for Challenger 650 Aircraft from ADAC SE for Aero-Dienst Air Ambulance Service globenewswire.com
Bombardier Defense announced an order from Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC SE) for a Bombardier Challenger 650 aircraft, to be configured as an air ambulance for Aero-Dienst, ADAC's main aircraft operator. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery i...Bombardier Inc., Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC SE), Aero-Dienst
- 2024-06-06 Plants and production Haffner Energy teams up with LanzaJet for \ globenewswire.com
Haffner Energy has announced a partnership with LanzaJet to develop the 'Paris-Vatry SAF' project, a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production plant at Paris-Vatry airport in France. The project will utilize Alcohol-To-Jet (ATJ) technology and aims to prod...supplier Haffner Energy · France · volume 30,000 tonnes per year · feedstock advanced feedstocks · ATJ (Alcohol-To-Jet) technology, LanzaTech's carbon recycling technology · Haffner Energy, LanzaJet, LanzaTech
- 2024-06-06 Plants and production Haffner Energy and LanzaJet Collaborate on Paris-Vatry SAF Project Using Innovative ATJ Technology investing.com
Haffner Energy has announced a partnership with LanzaJet to develop the Paris-Vatry SAF project, a Sustainable Aviation Fuel production plant at Paris-Vatry airport, using Alcohol-To-Jet (ATJ) technology. The project aims to produce 30,000 tonnes of SAF ann...supplier Haffner Energy · France · volume 30,000 tonnes per year · feedstock advanced feedstocks · ATJ pathway, SAFNOCA, LanzaTech's carbon recycling technology · Haffner Energy, LanzaJet, LanzaTech
- 2024-06-06 Plants and production Haffner Energy teams up with LanzaJet for Paris-Vatry SAF project biobased-diesel.com
Haffner Energy has announced a partnership with LanzaJet to develop the Paris-Vatry SAF project at Paris-Vatry airport, which will utilize alcohol-to-jet (ATJ) technology for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production. The project will initially produce 30,...supplier Haffner Energy · France · volume 30,000 metric tons per year · feedstock advanced feedstocks · SAFNOCA, LanzaTech's carbon-recycling technology, LanzaJet's ATJ technology · Haffner Energy, LanzaJet, LanzaTech, EcoEngineers, Polestar
- 2024-06-05 Plants and production Trade group cites economic threats to aviation industry amid rising costs bangkokpost.com
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has projected the aviation industry to register overall revenue of $996 billion in 2024, with expenses reaching a record high of $936 billion, resulting in a net profit of only $30.5 billion. Rising costs, ...International Air Transport Association, Thai Airways International, Bangchak, Mitr Phol, PTTGC
- 2024-06-05 Plants and production Trade group cites economic threats to aviation industry amid rising costs and net-zero challenges bangkokpost.com
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has projected the aviation industry to register overall revenue of $996 billion in 2024, with expenses reaching $936 billion, resulting in a net profit of $30.5 billion. Rising costs, including labor and fu...volume 1.5 million tonnes · International Air Transport Association, Thai Airways International, Bangchak, Mitr Phol, PTTGC
- 2024-06-05 Plants and production SkyNRG Launches Project Runway to Simplify SAF Procurement for Airlines biobased-diesel.com
SkyNRG has announced the launch of Project Runway, an initiative aimed at simplifying sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) procurement for airlines and corporates. The project, which includes Microsoft as a founding member, will help airlines navigate the comple...supplier SkyNRG · SkyNRG, Microsoft, Alder Fuels, Neste, IATA
- 2024-06-05 Plants and production Bombardier, HENSOLDT, and Lufthansa Technik Defense Achieve Milestone in PEGASUS Program globenewswire.com
Bombardier Inc., HENSOLDT, and Lufthansa Technik Defense have announced a significant milestone in the PEGASUS program for the German armed forces. The program involves the integration of the PEGASUS signal intelligence (SIGINT) system on the Bombardier Glo...Germany · Bombardier Inc., HENSOLDT, Lufthansa Technik Defense
- 2024-06-05 Other news Shareholders Approve Shell's Downgraded Net-Zero Transition Plan greenbiz.com
Shell shareholders have approved a revised transition plan that downgrades the company's 2030 carbon intensity and Scope 3 emissions targets, and removes a 2035 interim target. The plan, which was approved at Shell's annual meeting in London, indicates a pr...supplier Shell · Shell, Norges Bank Investment Management, BlackRock, Vanguard, Principles for Responsible Investment
- 2024-06-05 Other news Bombardier's Credit Rating Upgraded Amid Commitment to Sustainable Aviation investing.com
Bombardier has received an upgrade in its credit rating from S&P Global Ratings, moving from B to B+, with a stable outlook. This upgrade follows a similar recent upgrade by Moody's to B1. The upgrades reflect Bombardier's strong financial management and di...Bombardier, S&P Global Ratings, Moody's
- 2024-06-03 Policy IATA Projects Tripling of SAF Production by 2024 biobased-diesel.com
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is expected to triple by 2024, reaching 1.9 billion liters and accounting for 0.53 percent of aviation's fuel needs. IATA's Director General, Wi...volume 1.9 billion liters · feedstock hydrotreated esters and fatty acids (HEFA), used cooking oils, animal fats, agricultural and forestry residues, municipal waste · IATA
- 2024-06-03 Other news Fokker Next Gen Designs Dual-Fuel Aircraft for Net Zero Emissions greencarcongress.com
Fokker Next Gen is developing a new single-aisle, narrow-body commercial aircraft designed to contribute to the net zero carbon emission vision for the future of flight. The aircraft, which will seat 120 to 150 passengers and have a flight range of 2,590 km...Fokker Next Gen
- 2024-06-03 Plants and production Rising Costs and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Demand May Increase Flight Prices apnews.com
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) annual meeting in Dubai highlighted several factors contributing to the potential rise in flight costs. Industry leaders, including IATA's director-general Willie Walsh and Emirates' president Tim Clark, po...International Air Transport Association, Emirates, RwandAir
- 2024-06-03 Plants and production Rising Costs and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Demand May Increase Flight Prices ksat.com
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) held its annual meeting in Dubai, discussing the rising costs of flights. Factors contributing to higher ticket prices include worldwide inflation, high jet fuel costs, and increased demand for sustainable ...International Air Transport Association, Emirates, RwandAir
- 2024-06-03 Plants and production Bombardier to Participate in National Bank Financial Markets' 14th Annual Quebec Conference globenewswire.com
Bombardier Inc. announced its participation in the National Bank Financial Markets' 14th Annual Quebec Conference scheduled for June 5th. Bart Demosky, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Bombardier, will be in attendance. The announceme...Bombardier Inc.
- 2024-06-02 Other news UAS International Trip Support Partners with 4AIR to Offer Sustainable Aviation Solutions aero-news.net
UAS International Trip Support has formed a strategic partnership with 4AIR to provide 4AIR's sustainability programs to its clients. These programs include software for voluntary sustainability initiatives, regulatory monitoring, compliance, and sustainabl...UAS International Trip Support, 4AIR
- 2024-06-01 Plants and production CAAS and IATA to Develop Global Sustainable Aviation Fuel Registry biobased-diesel.com
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) announced a collaboration with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to develop a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry. The registry, expected to launch in Q1 2025, will track and account for...supplier OMV Petrom · Romania · Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), International Air Transport Association (IATA), OMV Petrom
- 2024-06-01 Policy Navigating the Transition to Net-zero Emissions in Southeast Asia – Energy Security, the Role of Gaseous Energy Carriers and Renewables-based Electrification skepticalscience.com
The article discusses the transition to net-zero emissions in Southeast Asia, focusing on energy security, the role of gaseous energy carriers, and renewables-based electrification. It highlights the challenges and opportunities in the region's energy trans...Southeast Asia · German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action
- 2024-06-01 Deals Nou Transport and Cepsa Form Strategic Alliance for HVO Integration biobased-diesel.com
Nou Transport announced a strategic alliance with Cepsa to incorporate 100% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) on some of its routes, significantly reducing its carbon footprint. HVO can reduce carbon-dioxide emissions by up to 90% compared to traditional fue...supplier Cepsa · Spain · volume 500,000 tons · feedstock vegetable oil · hydrotreatment · Nou Transport, Cepsa, Bio-Oils
- 2024-06-01 Deals Kintetsu World Express and IAG Cargo Partner to Expand Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel biobased-diesel.com
Kintetsu World Express Inc. has signed an agreement with IAG Cargo to purchase 640,000 liters of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to reduce scope 3 emissions in its supply chain. The SAF, certified by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification...supplier IAG Cargo · Not specified · volume 640,000 liters · feedstock used cooking oil and food waste · HEFA · Kintetsu World Express Inc., IAG Cargo
- 2024-06-01 Plants and production Phillips 66 Rodeo Refinery Conversion to Renewable Diesel Achieves Full Production Rate biobased-diesel.com
Phillips 66 has successfully converted its Rodeo refinery to produce renewable diesel, achieving a full production rate of 800 million gallons per year. This conversion marks a significant milestone in the company's efforts to produce more sustainable fuels.supplier Phillips 66 · United States · volume 800 Million Gallons · Phillips 66
- 2024-06-01 Other news Air New Zealand Receives First SAF Shipment in Wellington biobased-diesel.com
Air New Zealand has received its first shipment of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Wellington, marking a step towards its net-zero carbon emissions target by 2050. The SAF, produced by EcoCeres in China from used cooking oil and supplied by ExxonMobil, w...supplier EcoCeres · China · volume 500,000 Liters · feedstock Used Cooking Oil · Air New Zealand, EcoCeres, ExxonMobil