Fuel Suppliers Lament Weak Demand For Sustainable Aviation Fuel

refueling an aircraft

RefuelEU mandates fuel suppliers incorporate a minimum 2% of SAF this year, 6% in 2030, 20% in 2035 and 70% in 2050.

Credit: TotalEnergies
When the concept of sustainable aviation fuel emerged, aviation players made it clear they would not produce the fuel themselves. Instead, they would foster its development. With production techniques matured or nearly so, the main concern was ramping up output. To reassure fuel suppliers about the...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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