Industry: Biofuels

Global progress in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) advanced in June 2023, supported by feasibility studies, financial participation, and government funding. LanzaJet and LanzaTech led new SAF evaluations in New Zealand, while Bank of America became the first financial institution to join American Express Global Business Travel and Shell Aviation’s SAF program. Japan Airlines and Lufthansa […]

Global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) activity gained traction in June 2023, marked by inaugural flights, funding announcements, and new research partnerships. State Grid Space Technology completed its first helicopter flight using SAF in China, while Boeing partnered with the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials to study regional SAF production. The sector also saw infrastructure and investment […]

With the continuous expansion of the aviation industry, the issue of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has become prominent. As per the Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. commercial aviation currently consumes 10% of all transportation energy and contributes 2% of the nation’s CO2 emissions. In response to this concern, the Biden administration has taken steps to […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) adoption strengthened in May 2023, supported by inaugural commercial flights, new supply deals, and production expansions across key markets. AirAsia India and Kenya Airways completed milestone SAF-fueled flights in Asia and Africa, while Boom Supersonic and Dimensional Energy signed a long-term offtake agreement. Neste advanced its global footprint through expanded SAF […]

In May 2023, airlines strengthened collaboration with fuel producers to expand Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) use across domestic and international routes. LATAM Airlines partnered with Bio-D on SAF projects in Colombia, while Vistara completed India’s first domestic wide-body SAF flight. United Airlines strengthened its supply partnership with Neste, and Ryanair signed a major offtake agreement […]

Compressors are used in a wide range of applications in the oil and gas, energy, and petrochemical industries. The growing hydrogen, carbon capture, biofuels, and other energy transition markets present new opportunities for compressor companies. Many of these industries are being built from the ground up, offering years of growth for compressors and related equipment […]

The transportation sector is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions but is also at the forefront of energy transition. ADI has previously written about electrification of transportation and the supporting infrastructure needs and alternative fuels such as hydrogen and bio-based ethanol. U.S. diesel demand in 2019 was 122 million barrels and despite […]

In April 2023, global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) progress was marked by new collaborations, production expansions, and supportive government policies. Airbus Canada, Pratt & Whitney, and SAF+ Consortium launched a major Canadian SAF initiative, while Mubadala Capital and Braya Renewable Fuels announced large-scale investments to increase SAF production in Brazil and Canada. The sector also […]

In April 2023, airlines, corporations, and governments expanded investments and collaborations to accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production and adoption. All Nippon Airways advanced SAF use for both domestic and international flights in Japan, while Airbus and CNAF deepened Sino-European cooperation in SAF production. Financial and industrial alliances also grew, with the Sustainable Aviation Buyers […]

President Joe Biden kicked off the decarbonization race by signing two monumental pieces of legislation: the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which designated $370 billion in new funding for green infrastructure. In response, the European Commission recently announced the Green Deal Industrial Plan (GDIP). The plan will divert […]

Global Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) adoption gained momentum in March 2023 through airline investments, production conversions, and feasibility studies, supported by ongoing technological and research initiatives. Finnair expanded its portfolio with a major SAF purchase from Neste, while Nacero began converting its Texas facility to produce SAF using methanol-to-jet technology. Collaborations also advanced across regions, […]

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) activity in March 2023 advanced through new flight operations, major investments, and technology collaborations. LATAM Group completed its first international flight using SAF, while Airbus Qantas launched a fund to boost local SAF production in Australia. Government and industry initiatives also expanded, with the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) allocating […]