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Air New Zealand increases sustainable aviation fuel supply with major new purchase
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David Morgan Chief Operational Integrity and Safety Officer | Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand has secured a purchase of 30 million liters of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from Neste, aiming for an 80% reduction in carbon emissions compared to traditional fossil fuel-based jet fuels. This SAF is produced in Singapore using renewable waste materials like animal fat waste and used cooking oil.

Kiri Hannifin, Air New Zealand's Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer, noted that the purchase represents 1.6% of the airline's total fuel supply for fiscal year 2025, achieving their SAF target for the year. "1.6% is still a very small proportion of our total fuel use, but it's four times more than we carried last year," Hannifin said. She emphasized the urgency of reducing reliance on fossil fuels and increasing SAF volumes annually.

Hannifin highlighted global momentum around SAF policy and production, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. She called for supporting policies in New Zealand to encourage domestic production and prevent falling behind in low-emission fuel adoption. The airline aims to reach 10% SAF usage by 2030 and has invested in feasibility studies for potential local production from feedstocks like woody biomass.

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Alexander Kueper, Vice President Renewable Aviation Business at Neste, expressed pride in supporting Air New Zealand's efforts to increase SAF usage. He remarked on their cooperation at Los Angeles and San Francisco airports as part of reaching climate goals.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that SAF production reached 1.3 billion liters in 2024, double the previous year's output but still below earlier estimates due to delayed ramp-up at key facilities.

Sustainable Aviation Fuel is recognized as a crucial component for aviation decarbonization with its potential to reduce lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 80%. It is certified safe for use when blended with conventional jet fuel.

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