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Environmental aviation updates on sustainable fuel, carbon emissions, green technology, and regulatory developments affecting the industry.

Metafuels Raises $24M to Advance e-SAF Commercialization

Metafuels secured $24 million in Series A funding to accelerate commercialization of its technology converting green methanol into cost-competitive e-SAF.

Feb 19, 20262 min
Metafuels Raises $24M to Advance e-SAF Commercialization
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Neste & World Fuel Expand SAF Availability to 100+ European Airports

Neste and World Fuel Services extended their partnership to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to over 100 European airports, meeting rising demand.

Feb 19, 20262 min
Neste & World Fuel Expand SAF Availability to 100+ European Airports
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European Airlines Face Major Emission Penalties by 2026

European airlines face significant financial penalties as EU ETS free allowances end in 2026, compounded by a severe shortage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel.

Feb 19, 20263 min
European Airlines Face Major Emission Penalties by 2026
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Neste, World Fuel Services Extend SAF Partnership for Five Years in Europe

Neste and World Fuel Services extended their sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) partnership for five years to expand availability to over 100 European airports.

Feb 18, 20263 min
Neste, World Fuel Services Extend SAF Partnership for Five Years in Europe
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Heathrow Boosts 2026 SAF Incentive 2% Above UK Mandate

Heathrow Airport will increase its 2026 Sustainable Aviation Fuel incentive to 5.6%, exceeding the UK government mandate to accelerate decarbonization.

Feb 18, 20263 min
Heathrow Boosts 2026 SAF Incentive 2% Above UK Mandate
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Singapore to Levy SAF Surcharge on Flights from October 2026

Singapore will implement a Sustainable Aviation Fuel levy on all departing flights from October 2026 to fund its national SAF usage targets.

Feb 18, 20263 min
Singapore to Levy SAF Surcharge on Flights from October 2026
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Corporate SAF purchases are surging, but what challenges are holding back growth?

A new GBTA report shows corporate SAF purchases rose 30% in 2025, yet high costs and complex accounting standards remain significant barriers to adoption.

Feb 18, 20262 min
Corporate SAF purchases are surging, but what challenges are holding back growth?
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SkyNRG launches construction on major Dutch SAF plant to boost green fuel supply

SkyNRG has started building its first dedicated Dutch plant, set to produce 100,000 tons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) annually starting in 2028.

Feb 18, 20263 min
SkyNRG launches construction on major Dutch SAF plant to boost green fuel supply
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How Mexico's ASA is pioneering a national roadmap for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Mexico's ASA is spearheading a national roadmap for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to decarbonize air transport and meet global 2050 net-zero targets.

Feb 18, 20263 min
How Mexico's ASA is pioneering a national roadmap for Sustainable Aviation Fuel
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Singapore finalizes passenger SAF levy for all flights departing Changi Airport.

Singapore will implement a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) levy on all departing flights from Changi Airport starting Oct 1, 2026, costing up to $32.

Feb 18, 20263 min
Singapore finalizes passenger SAF levy for all flights departing Changi Airport.
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Zeon and Visolis launch a project to produce SAF from renewable biomass.

Japan's Zeon and US-based Visolis signed a term sheet to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and bio-isoprene monomer from renewable biomass.

Feb 17, 20262 min
Zeon and Visolis launch a project to produce SAF from renewable biomass.
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Air New Zealand finishes electric aircraft trials to transform regional flight.

Air New Zealand completed its electric aircraft trial today; the move marks a major step toward launching zero-emissions commercial flights by 2026.

Feb 17, 20262 min
Air New Zealand finishes electric aircraft trials to transform regional flight.
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KLM and TUI face soaring costs as free EU emission rights end this year.

European airlines face millions in new costs as free carbon rights lapse; KLM expects annual expenses to hit €325 million by 2030 as rules tighten.

Feb 17, 20262 min
KLM and TUI face soaring costs as free EU emission rights end this year.
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IATA brings critical SAF training to the Sustainable Skies World Summit 2026.

IATA will host a Sustainable Aviation Fuel training session at the 2026 Sustainable Skies World Summit to help the industry reach net-zero emissions goals.

Feb 17, 20262 min
IATA brings critical SAF training to the Sustainable Skies World Summit 2026.
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Technip Energies wins contract for SkyNRG's first European SAF facility.

Technip Energies secured a major contract from SkyNRG to build Europe's first standalone SAF plant in the Netherlands, boosting green fuel production.

Feb 17, 20262 min
Technip Energies wins contract for SkyNRG's first European SAF facility.
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Heathrow to Surpass UK SAF Mandate with New £80 Million Airline Incentive

Heathrow will increase its 2026 SAF incentive to 5.6%; the £80 million plan exceeds UK mandates to help airlines cut carbon emissions and reach net zero.

Feb 17, 20262 min
Heathrow to Surpass UK SAF Mandate with New £80 Million Airline Incentive
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Why is the new Air bp and Airbus SAF deal a game-changer for Europe?

Airbus secured a multi-year SAF supply deal with Air bp for sites in Germany and Spain; the move supports the manufacturer's goal of net-zero emissions.

Feb 17, 20262 min
Why is the new Air bp and Airbus SAF deal a game-changer for Europe?
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Singapore launches first SAF levy to boost green fuel at Changi Airport.

Singapore will apply a new sustainable aviation fuel levy to flights from Changi Airport starting October 1st to support regional green energy goals.

Feb 16, 20262 min
Singapore launches first SAF levy to boost green fuel at Changi Airport.
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Aethos leads push for better aircraft recycling to boost aviation sustainability.

Aethos is urging aviation leaders to collaborate on aircraft recycling; the move aims to expand sustainability goals beyond fuel to the full lifecycle.

Feb 16, 20262 min
Aethos leads push for better aircraft recycling to boost aviation sustainability.
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Will a $70 million Cathay and Airbus deal finally scale SAF across Asia?

Cathay Group and Airbus launched a $70 million joint investment to boost Sustainable Aviation Fuel production and adoption across the Asian market.

Feb 16, 20262 min
Will a $70 million Cathay and Airbus deal finally scale SAF across Asia?
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