
SAF Spotlight
Brought to you by Sustainable Aviation Futures, this content hub will provide the latest strategies for scaling SAF and aviation decarbonisation via a series of exclusive interviews, whitepapers, reports, and industry news.
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Industry Insights with Jan-Marcus Lueckhof, DHL Group - Actions for Airlines to Reach SAF Targets
In this interview Jan-Marcus Lueckhof, a member of the Sustainable Aviation Futures EU Congress Advisory Board, shares what DHL Group is doing to meet their ambitious targets of SAF blending of 30% for their air transport operations by 2030, and the impact of Non-CO2 Policy on airlines operating in Europe.

Webinar: Establishing a Sustainable Aviation Scale-Up Action Plan
In this 60 minute recorded webinar, 5 industry experts examine the global SAF landscape, whether Europe is on track to hit 2% targets by 2025 and 6% by 2030?, the role of finance, investment and lessor communities, and more.

Pathways to Sustainable Aviation Fuel - Europe Edition
This report offers valuable insights and actionable strategies for airlines, policymakers, and industry stakeholders as they navigate the complex landscape of SAF implementation, providing the knowledge required to meet the impending regulatory requirements.

Co-processing: A fast-track to SAF
The aviation industry is prioritizing decarbonization with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) leading the charge. As commercial SAF production begins, the focus shifts to meeting global mandates efficiently. Co-processing emerges as a promising solution, integrating renewable feedstock into existing refinery processes, offering a streamlined pathway to SAF production.

Industry Insights with Claudia Huegel, Lufthansa Group - The Airline ESG Reporting Process
Industry Insights with Claudia Huegel, Lufthansa Group - The Airline ESG Reporting Process.

Industry Insights with Patrick Edmond, Altair Advisory - Outlook on ReFuelEU Aviation
Industry Insights with Patrick Edmond - Outlook on ReFuelEU Aviation.

Industry Insights with Mohamed Pourkashanian OBE, University of Sheffield Energy Institute – Sustainability Beyond CO2
In this interview Mohamed Pourkashanian OBE, University of Sheffield Energy Institute, a member of the Sustainable Aviation Futures EU Congress advisory board, gives a sneak peek at some of the non-CO2 based questions up for discussion at the upcoming Sustainable Aviation Futures EU Congress.

Industry Insights with Ulrike Ziegler, IMPACT on Sustainable Aviation - The Role of Finance in Aviation Decarbonisation
Industry Insights with Ulrike Ziegler, IMPACT on Sustainable Aviation - The Role of Finance in Aviation Decarbonisation.

Industry insights with Amy Hebert, Arcadia eFuels - Scaling eFuels Projects in Europe
Industry insights with Amy Hebert, Arcadia eFuels - Scaling eFuels Projects in Europe

Understanding the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation and Implications for Aviation in the EU
The EU's Regulation 2023/2405 mandates increasing use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) at EU airports from 2025, aiming to reduce emissions. Brendan Hundt, King & Spalding, dives into the obligations it places on aircraft operators, airports, and fuel suppliers, potential penalties, and the proposed book-and-claim system.

Industry Insights with Oliver Phillips, Barclays - Securing Finance and Investment for SAF Projects
Industry Insights with Oliver Phillips, Barclays - Securing Finance and Investment for SAF Projects.

Webinar: Developing a European SAF Action Plan
During this 60-minute session, five experts from across the aviation and energy value chain deep-dived into how to develop and scale Europe’s SAF action plan.

Industry Insights with Drew Meloan, Honeywell UOP
Drew Meloan, the Senior Offering Management Leader of Honeywell UOP shares his insight, and Honeywell UOP’s goals to be a trailblazer for the energy transition. This interview took place in Dubai at the Sustainable Aviation Futures MEN Congress.

Sustainable Aviation Futures MENA Congress 2024 Post-event Report
From 12 to 14 February 2024, 200 global industry leaders joined us in Dubai to discuss roadmaps for sustainable aviation in the MENA region, discussing solutions to scaling SAF, the implementation of policies, strategies for decarbonisation and the importance of industry collaboration to accelerate capabilities for the region to lead SAF and Power-to-Liquid (PtL) production. Discover the key takeaways from the event within our Post-event report…

Industry Insights with Zainab Yaqub, Topsoe
Zainab Yaqub, the Senior Licensing Manager at Topsoe joined us at the Sustainable Aviation Futures MENA Congress to share her insights into the challenges, and opportunities of scaling eFuels, and how Topsoe will leverage the region’s abundant natural resources to drive adoption.

The Role of Green Hydrogen in Aviation and Regulation Roadmap
The potential of green hydrogen in aviation decarbonisation is widely acknowledged, but the path to scale is still uncertain. Delve into the opportunities and challenges for green hydrogen’s use in multiple sectors, and explore the regulatory and policy roadmap shaping it’s future in the aviation sector, driving sustainable innovation and global transformation.

Realising Early PtL Projects: what does it take?
With SAF regulatory frameworks reshaping the industry, PtL jet fuels have the potential to become a cornerstone of decarbonisation. Explore the challenges and key considerations for successful PtL projects, from securing green hydrogen to navigating carbon availability and market dynamics.

Climate-Neutral Aviation: The Role of eFuels and Global Cooperation
The aviation industry's shift to climate neutrality hinges on scaling decarbonisation technologies like eFuels. Explore the challenges and opportunities presented by initiatives like ReFuelEU Aviation, and delve into the global cooperation needed to enable eFuels to revolutionise air travel and pave the way for greener transportation.

Navigating the Path to Equitable eFuels Adoption with Frank Mischler
Frank Mischler, the Director of the International Power-to-X Hub, caught up with us at the Sustainable Aviation Futures MENA Congress to share his expertise on the key challenges of scaling PtL and eFuels production and adoption, both in the region and globally.

Webinar: Sustainable Aviation Fuel Predictions for 2024
Hear from five industry experts in this 60-minute discussion exploring the status of aviation decarbonisation in 2024, with a focus on scaling up SAF production, identifying leading feedstocks, and anticipating new technologies. Delve into the regulatory landscape and financial instruments influencing SAF projects, and take a sneak peek at what our speakers believe lies in store for 2025.