Freight forwarders of all sizes can now play a more significant role in reducing cargo-related carbon emissions with a new tie-up between CargoAi and Neste. The cargo booking platform and the leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) have announced a partnership that will allow the voluntary purchase of SAF. Starting November, CargoAi offers the option to purchase Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel when booking a cargo transport. This can be done during the booking process, that … [Read more...] about CargoAi offers Neste jet fuel to drive SAF takeup
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Singapore commits to SAF with ICAO agreement
Singapore and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have signed an agreement for Singapore to provide and receive assistance, capacity-building, and training (ACT) on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) under the ACT-SAF programme. Under the programme, Singapore will provide experts and resources to share expertise and experience, tackling areas such as setting up an International Advisory Panel (IAP) to engage industry and canvas ideas, developing a Sustainable Air Hub Blueprint … [Read more...] about Singapore commits to SAF with ICAO agreement
Cathay hopes SAF purchase sends ‘right signal’
Cathay Pacific has signed an offtake agreement with Aemetis for the supply of 38 million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with delivery scheduled to start in the next 3 years. Cathay Pacific chief Augustus Tang said the airline hopes it sends the right signal to the SAF industry to encourage the much-needed investment and scaling up of its supply chain. Under the agreement, Aemetis will start delivering the supply in 2025 from San Francisco International … [Read more...] about Cathay hopes SAF purchase sends ‘right signal’
Bolloré Logistics, AFKLMP extend SAF partnership
Bolloré Logistics and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) have signed an agreement to continue their shared commitment to contribute sustainably to the decarbonisation of air freight transport. The forwarder’s participation in the airline’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) programme started in January 2021 for cargo flights between Paris Charles de Gaulle and New York JFK. The new agreement between the two long-standing partners will now cover all routes operated by the Dutch-Franco … [Read more...] about Bolloré Logistics, AFKLMP extend SAF partnership
Cathay Pacific kickstarts major SAF pilot in Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific will pilot the first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) programme at Hong Kong International Airport, allowing air freight customers to reduce their carbon footprint. The Hong Kong-based carrier will kickstart the programme with corporate launch customers, which include Aerospace Industries Association, DHL Global Forwarding and Kintetsu World Express (KWE). Cathay chief Augustus Tang said the SAF pilot sends an important demand signal to the SAF supply chain. “There is firm … [Read more...] about Cathay Pacific kickstarts major SAF pilot in Hong Kong
DHL Express signs landmark SAF deals with bp and Neste
DHL Express has made a major step towards its decarbonization and sustainability goals after signing landmark deals with bp and Neste to provide more than 800 million liters of sustainable aviation duel (SAF) within the next five years. DHL Express chief, John Pearson, said the key focus is to inspire more SAF suppliers to address the current supply gap. “At the same time, we are calling on policy makers to set the right framework to accelerate market ramp up of SAF in the EU and worldwide, … [Read more...] about DHL Express signs landmark SAF deals with bp and Neste