SAF Production Growth Rate is Slowing Down, Essential to Correct Course Ahead of e-SAF Mandates
IATA warns SAF production growth is slowing, costs are rising, and poorly designed mandates risk undermining aviation decarbonisation goals.
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Opinion Piece: Building Africa’s Next Industrial Frontier, The Role of Sustainable Aviation Fuels
Boeing’s Henok Teferra Shawl outlines how sustainable aviation fuel production can reduce costs for African airlines, create skilled jobs and build competitive local industries while supporting aviation decarbonisation.
Update on Jet A-1 Supply Constraints at Cape Town International Airport
The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa explains that Jet A-1 constraints at Cape Town International Airport stem from administrative registration issues, not duties, levies or fuel shortages, and calls for urgent SARS action.
Bell 505 Achieves Over 700 Flight Hours with Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Bell and Safran Helicopter Engines report more than 700 flight hours on blended SAF with the Bell 505, demonstrating strong engine operability and advancing sustainable helicopter operations.
Ethiopia Feasibility Study on Sustainable Aviation Fuel
ICAO’s feasibility study outlines Ethiopia’s potential for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production, assessing key feedstocks and the actions needed to build a viable national SAF industry.
EU and South Africa sign first-ever Clean Trade and Investment Partnership (CTIP)
The EU and South Africa sign the first Clean Trade and Investment Partnership to expand clean supply chains, support decarbonisation, boost renewable energy and clean fuels, and strengthen South Africa’s industrialisation and Just Energy Transition.
The EU’s Role in Advancing African Aviation: Insights from the Luanda Financing Summit
The EU outlines its aviation support for Africa at the Luanda Financing Summit, highlighting Global Gateway priorities, EASA technical programmes, SAF cooperation and actions aligned with SAATM and Agenda 2063.
Gulfstream Fleet Surpasses 3 Million Nautical Miles Flown on Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Gulfstream surpasses 3 million nautical miles on SAF as its next-generation aircraft fly to NBAA-BACE 2025, advancing business aviation sustainability.
Homegrown Innovation: Kenya Airways Pioneers Kenya-Made Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Kenya Airways partners with Bleriot SAF to produce Kenya-made Sustainable Aviation Fuel, advancing aviation decarbonisation and green growth.
Zimbabwe Heading for Growth in the Aviation Sector
Zimbabwe is upgrading airports, restoring Air Zimbabwe, and advancing sustainable aviation fuel production to drive long-term growth in its air transport sector.
Acron Aviation and Flight Data Technologies Join Forces to Deliver an Innovative Vision for Flight Data Management
Acron Aviation and Flight Data Technologies partner to enhance flight data management, improving safety, efficiency, and reducing operating costs.
African Development Bank and JGC Corporation Sign Agreement to Advance Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Support Africa’s Green Aviation Agenda
The African Development Bank and JGC Corporation partner to advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production and green aviation innovation across Africa.
IATA Study Confirms that SAF Technology Rollout is Main Bottleneck to Net Zero, not Feedstock Availability
IATA and Worley Consulting confirm SAF feedstock is sufficient to achieve net zero by 2050, but rapid tech rollout and policy support are critical.
Zimbabwe Delegation Explores UK Collaboration on Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Zimbabwe explores UK collaboration on Sustainable Aviation Fuel, focusing on decarbonising aviation through research, production, and policy support.
Sasol Commits to Next Generation Catalyst Supply for e-SAF Pioneer INERATEC
Sasol and INERATEC sign agreement to supply next generation catalyst, set to boost e-kerosene yield by 15% and exceed PtL plant capacity by 2026.
Business Aviation Leader Luxaviation and Haffner Energy Join Forces to Accelerate SAF Production and Promotion
Luxaviation and Haffner Energy announced a strategic collaboration to support the development of SAF Zero, an initiative accelerating sustainable aviation fuel production through innovative technology and industry partnerships.
TotalEnergies, a Pioneer in Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Committed to the Decarbonisation of Air Transport
Total Energies is advancing sustainable aviation by expanding its SAF production across Europe and partnering with key industry players like Airbus and Safran. With plans to produce over 500,000 tonnes of SAF annually by 2028, the company is leading efforts to decarbonise air transport and meet future regulatory mandates.
Avia Solutions Group Partners With DHL Express to Accelerate SAF Use
Avia Solutions Group partners with DHL Express to cut aviation emissions using Sustainable Aviation Fuel, aligning with global net-zero goals and logistics sustainability.
IATA Releases SAF Matchmaker to Connect Airlines and SAF Suppliers
IATA has launched the SAF Matchmaker platform to connect airlines with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) suppliers. This centralised tool streamlines SAF procurement and supports the global push towards net-zero aviation by 2050.
LMS Partners With PT Dirgantara to Modernize the NC212i
LMS has partnered with PT Dirgantara Indonesia to modernise the NC212i aircraft with advanced Fuel Quantity Measurement Systems, enhancing its performance, reliability, and efficiency. Initial deliveries are expected in late 2025 or early 2026.
ZeroAvia Invited to Join Second Round of UK CAA’s Hydrogen Sandbox Challenge
ZeroAvia has been invited to join the second round of the UK Civil Aviation Authority’s Hydrogen Sandbox Challenge. This initiative supports the commercial adoption of hydrogen fuel in aviation, exploring safety, regulatory requirements, and infrastructure development to advance zero-carbon flight.
Transport on Jet Fuel Secured for OR Tambo International Airport
The National Department of Transport has confirmed that 121.1 million litres of jet fuel have been secured for OR Tambo International Airport, ensuring continued flight operations until the NATREF refinery reopens at the end of February 2025.