According to Reuters in Singapore, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has intensified its criticism of the European Union’s (EU) mandatory sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) policy. At a recent media roundtable, IATA Director General Willie Walsh stated that the EU’s approach is not only costly but also ineffective in delivering real environmental benefits, especially given […]
EcoCeres Inc., based in Hong Kong, has recently issued a position paper highlighting the importance of fairness, effectiveness, and anti-fraud measures in the EU’s sustainable biofuel certification framework. As Europe accelerates its transition to renewable energy, ensuring the integrity and transparency of sustainability claims has become more crucial than ever. The paper calls for practical, […]
On July 18, the European Commission announced the conclusion of its investigation into Chinese biodiesel imports, stating that no fraudulent behavior was identified. However, the investigation did uncover systemic weaknesses in the certification process, prompting the EU to strengthen its regulatory framework. The investigation stemmed from concerns raised by German authorities in 2023, who suspected […]
SD Guthrie has launched a B30 biodiesel pilot project in collaboration with Malaysia’s Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK), Petronas Dagangan Berhad (PETDAG), and the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB). The initiative aims to assess the reliability and scalability of high palm oil content biodiesel in real-world applications. As part of the project, SD Guthrie […]
On July 10, Greenergy, a UK fuel company owned by global commodities trader Trafigura, announced plans to close its biodiesel plant in Immingham, northeast England, and initiate consultation procedures for approximately 60 employees. This decision comes as another blow to the UK fuel industry following the bankruptcy announcement by Prax, the operator of the nearby […]
On July 10, XCF Global Inc. announced a major strategic plan to invest nearly $1 billion over the next three years to develop multiple sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facilities in the United States, further expanding its influence in the clean energy sector and advancing its global growth strategy. Since its inception, XCF has invested […]
Zhuoyue New Energy announced on the evening of July 8 that it plans to invest RMB 700 million of self-raised funds in a bioenergy production project in Chonburi Province, Thailand. The project will be executed by its wholly owned subsidiary, Zhuoyue New Energy (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The project includes the construction of a 300,000-ton-per-year biodiesel […]
On July 8, All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan Airlines (JAL), and engineering firm JGC Holdings Corp. held a ceremony at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport to mark the official launch of domestically produced Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) supply in Japan. The event represents a significant step toward decarbonizing the nation’s aviation sector. The SAF used was made […]
The U.S. Clean Fuels Coalition recently expressed strong support for the improvements to the Section 45Z clean fuel production tax credit included in the “Great Beautiful Act” passed by Congress, and thanked President Trump for his signature and support. The new legislation not only extends the 45Z tax credit through 2029 but also allows taxpayers […]
On July 1, Bangkok Airways announced the continued expansion of its “Fly Net Zero with Bangkok Airways” initiative by formally incorporating Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) into more of its commercial flights, aiming to significantly reduce carbon emissions from its operations. Since 2024, the airline has been conducting SAF trial flights on the Samui–Bangkok route. It […]