Quantcast

IATA expects sustainable aviation fuel production increase amid policy challenges

Airport Workers Save the Day After Woman Loses Diamond from Her Engagement Ring in Baggage Carousel
I never talk to strangers on the plane. After my dad died, a passenger helped me talk about my grief.
American Airlines reveals new summer route: Miami → Rome
Budget UK airline launches huge sale with £29 flights to 475 holiday hotspots – but you’ll have to be quick
Delta Passengers Can Book a ‘Last Mile’ Private Jet Charter to Europe This Summer
Honeywell Runway Safety Technology Selected by Southwest Airlines for Fleetwide Installation
Southwest Airlines Adds Cockpit Alerts to Boost Runway Safety
This Airline Is Going to Start Handing Out $675 Fines to 'Unruly' Passengers: 'It Is Unacceptable'
Summer of savings? New analysis shows airfare has dropped significantly - The Points Guy
Travelers are taking extreme measures and using hacks to avoid airline baggage fees
Pigeons Cause Chaos on Delta Flight
United Airlines’ Uniforms Get A Facelift—And A Political Filter
United Continues to Face Catering Chaos at San Francisco
Passenger Stows Away on Delta Flight from New York to Paris
Wizz Air becomes first airline to operate P&W-powered Airbus A321XLR jet
Hawaiian Airlines’ new ‘no show’ policy may make travel more expensive
BLIMP-SE OF THE FUTURE Luxury zeppelins of the future from ‘flying bum’ world’s largest aircraft to Google billionaire’s ‘impossible’ airship
Swiss Startup SmartFlyer Develops Hybrid-Electric Trainer
San Francisco-based entrepreneur takes a trip on India's worst-rated airline, his reaction will surprise you
First-Time Flyer at 81: A Grandmother's Memorable Journey
Ryanair forecasts fare rebound as consumers recover from interest-rate hit
Alaska Airlines' “Aviation Day” inspires future aviators
Global Airlines Launches Inaugural Flight, Aiming to Revive 'Golden Age of Travel'
Winning routes: American Airlines adds more than 22,000 seats for football fans following release of 2025–2026 pro schedule
Boeing scores Middle East plane deal during Trump visit
Air travel will be ‘worse’ this summer, lawmakers warn — as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues
Qatar Airways places record $96 billion Boeing order amid Trump visit
United Airlines CEO Reassures Passengers About Newark Airport Safety
American Testing Tech to Help Passengers Make Connecting Flights
British Airways to use AI in efforts to improve operations
IATA expects sustainable aviation fuel production increase amid policy challenges
Research
Webp 7vk8jx654qs4jzy9d64ywka09c5d
Tony Concil Vice President, Corporate Communications | International Air Transport Association

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) anticipates that Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production will reach 2 million tonnes, equivalent to 0.7% of total airline fuel consumption by 2025. Willie Walsh, IATA's Director General, stated, "While it is encouraging that SAF production is expected to double to 2 million tonnes in 2025, that is just 0.7% of aviation’s total fuel needs. And even that relatively small amount will add $4.4 billion globally to the fuel bill."

In Europe, the cost of SAF has doubled due to compliance fees following new mandates from the EU and UK implemented on January 1, 2025. For one million tonnes of SAF required for these mandates in 2025, market prices suggest a cost of $1.2 billion with an additional $1.7 billion from compliance fees.

"This highlights the problem with the implementation of mandates before there are sufficient market conditions and before safeguards are in place against unreasonable market practices that raise the cost of decarbonization," Walsh commented.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

To foster a global SAF market, IATA has launched two initiatives: a SAF registry managed by the Civil Aviation Decarbonization Organization (CADO) and a SAF Matchmaker for procurement facilitation.

IATA calls on governments to create more effective policies by eliminating disadvantages faced by renewable energy producers compared to big oil companies and redirecting subsidies towards renewable energy production. They also urge development of comprehensive energy policies and ensuring CORSIA's success as a mechanism for addressing CO2 emissions in international aviation.

India has taken steps with its Global Biofuels Alliance aiming for a target of 2% SAF blending for international flights by 2028 supported by enabling policies such as guaranteed pricing and capital support for new projects.

"As the third-largest global civil aviation market, India can strengthen its leadership in biofuels with the accelerated adoption of SAF through progressive policies," stated IATA.

For further information, please contact Corporate Communications at IATA.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

The Lufthansa Group has announced a significant development in its efforts to harmonize status benefits for its frequent travelers.

Jun 24, 2025

Air New Zealand is set to enhance its trans-Tasman services with 1.7 million seats available between New Zealand and Australia from October 2025 to March 2026.

Jun 24, 2025

Long Beach Airport has commenced the third year of its Careers Taking Flight externship program, designed to provide high school students with practical exposure to aviation careers.

Jun 24, 2025

Emirates has resumed its regular flight operations following minimal disruptions on June 23.

Jun 24, 2025

Chase has entered the premium business credit card market with the introduction of the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business.

Jun 23, 2025

Spanish airline Iberia is planning a significant expansion in the Americas, aiming to enhance its presence by adding more aircraft and routes.

Jun 23, 2025