Aviation fuels

Boeing and SkyNRG Partner to Scale Sustainable Aviation Fuels Globally

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Aviation, Human activities, SAF, Boeing, Alaska Airlines, Airline, Aviation and the environment, Aviation fuels

SEATTLE, July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA), SkyNRG and SkyNRG Americas today announced a partnership focused on scaling the availability and use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) globally.

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  • SEATTLE, July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA), SkyNRG and SkyNRG Americas today announced a partnership focused on scaling the availability and use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) globally.
  • Boeing will also invest in SkyNRG Americas' SAF production project, for which Alaska Airlines is a previously announced partner.
  • Boeing, SkyNRG and SkyNRG Americas will work together to accelerate SAF development globally, focusing on scaling production capacity, building awareness and engaging stakeholders throughout the value chain, including airlines, governments and environmental organizations.
  • As the pioneer and a leader for sustainable aviation fuel, SkyNRG scales up SAF demand and supply globally.

JetBlue Expands Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel as Part of its Strategy to Achieve Net-Zero Carbon Emissions by 2040

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Air, Environment, Transport, Oil, Gas, Alternative energy, Energy, Articles, Energy, Nature, Sustainable technologies, Energy economics, Aviation fuels, Environmentalism, Liquid fuels, Low-carbon economy, Fuel, Sustainability, Jet fuel, JetBlue Airways, World Energy, World Fuel Services, JETBLUE AIRWAYS, WORLD ENERGY, WORLD FUEL SERVICES

Sustainable aviation fuel is one of the most promising ways to rapidly reduce air travel emissions and help our industry move toward our net-zero goals.

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  • Sustainable aviation fuel is one of the most promising ways to rapidly reduce air travel emissions and help our industry move toward our net-zero goals.
  • We are focused on growing our use of sustainable aviation fuel to replace conventional fossil-based jet fuel in our focus cities as it becomes available.
  • Since 2014, World Fuel Services has delivered more than 22.1 million gallons of cleaner-burning, low-carbon sustainable aviation fuel.
  • With World Energy, we continue to focus on increasing sustainable aviation fuel availability and supply chain efficiency for aviation.

OpSens Solutions Receives Funding Support to Jointly Develop an Optical-Based Fuel Monitoring System for Aerospace Applications, Including Civil Aircrafts

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Fuels, Articles, Sustainable development, Aviation fuels, Liquid fuels, Renewable fuels, Jet fuel, Biofuel, Optical fiber

The project will jointly develop an optical-based fuel monitoring systems ("OFMS") for aerospace applications including civil aircraft with Temai Ingenieros S.L.

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  • The project will jointly develop an optical-based fuel monitoring systems ("OFMS") for aerospace applications including civil aircraft with Temai Ingenieros S.L.
  • Temai is also receiving public funding for this project from the Spanish Innovation Agency, the Centre for the Development of Industrial Technology ("CDTI").
  • The OFMS project consortium, supported by a major aircraft manufacturer, aims to develop an optical fuel monitoring system for aerospace applications based on OpSens Solutions' patented fiber optic technology.
  • The system will also be compatible with the next generation of sustainable aviation fuels (biofuels) intended to replace traditional jet fuel aviation in a near future.

Global Bioenergies and Swift Fuel plan the first international flight of an aircraft powered by aviation gasoline made from over 97% renewable resources

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Monday, June 14, 2021
Aviation fuels, Fuels, Chemical substances, Sustainable development, Petroleum products, Avgas, Liquid fuels, Sustainable technologies, Gasoline, Biofuel, Aviation

Composed of over 97% biofuel, the aviation gasoline used for this flight is an environmentally friendly alternative to the 100LL fuel usually marketed for piston-engine aircraft.

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  • Composed of over 97% biofuel, the aviation gasoline used for this flight is an environmentally friendly alternative to the 100LL fuel usually marketed for piston-engine aircraft.
  • The gasoline developed by Swift Fuel for this historic flight is lead-free and made up of over 97% plant-based compounds produced byGlobal Bioenergies.
  • Since 2011, Swift has been developing environmentally friendly aviation fuels with the main focus on unleaded alternatives for current 100LL.
  • This first cross-border flight of an aircraft powered by fuel made from over 97% renewable sources is a historic step towards the decarbonisation of the aviation sector.

Phillips 66 and Southwest Airlines collaborate to advance sustainable aviation fuel

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Thursday, April 22, 2021
Professional services, Air, Environment, Oil, Gas, Transport, Energy, Finance, Aviation fuels, Petroleum products, Liquid fuels, Fuels, Liquids, Chemical substances, PSX, Jet fuel, Phillips 66, Gasoline, Avgas

b'Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) and Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance the commercialization of sustainable aviation fuel, focusing on public awareness and research and development.

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  • b'Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) and Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance the commercialization of sustainable aviation fuel, focusing on public awareness and research and development.
  • It is a drop-in fuel, meaning it can be used in existing aircraft engines and airport fuel infrastructure.\n\xe2\x80\x9cPhillips 66 has a long history of driving innovation in the commercial and general aviation industry,\xe2\x80\x9d said Brian Mandell, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Commercial for Phillips 66.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cWe are excited to work with Southwest Airlines to find ways to help achieve its lower-carbon goals and to develop a path forward for sustainable aviation fuel that benefits all segments of the industry.\xe2\x80\x9d\nPhillips 66 is a major U.S. refiner and supplier of jet fuel and aviation gasoline.
  • Phillips 66 disclaims and does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, except as required by applicable law.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210422006004/en/\n'

Southwest Airlines Seeks To Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel Through Two New Energy Partnerships

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Thursday, April 22, 2021
Aviation, Airlines, Human activities, Airline, PSX, US Airways, Southwest Airlines, OpenTravel Alliance, Biofuels, Aviation fuels

(NYSE: LUV) today announced memoranda of understanding with two leading energy companies, Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: MPC), and Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX), intended to facilitate the development and production of commercialized sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

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  • (NYSE: LUV) today announced memoranda of understanding with two leading energy companies, Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: MPC), and Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX), intended to facilitate the development and production of commercialized sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
  • "Increasing the commercial viability of sustainable aviation fuel is a natural next step for the airline industry and our own, and we look forward to extending our ongoing partnership with Southwest Airlines, including supporting their efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
  • "We are excited to work with Southwest Airlines to find ways to help achieve its lower-carbon goals and to develop a path forward for sustainable aviation fuel that benefits all segments of the industry.
  • Learn more about how the carrier gives back to communities across the world by visiting Southwest.com/citizenship .\nBook Southwest Airlines\' low fares online at Southwest.com or by phone at 800-I-FLY-SWA.\n'

Alaska Airlines and SkyNRG sign partnership to advance sustainable aviation fuel made from municipal solid waste

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Aviation fuels, Aviation, Fuels, Articles, Liquid fuels, Biofuels, Jet fuel, SAF, Airline, Alaska Airlines, Aviation biofuel

b'SEATTLE, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines and SkyNRG Americas today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) committing to increased investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

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  • b'SEATTLE, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines and SkyNRG Americas today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) committing to increased investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
  • "\n"We are thrilled to collaborate with Alaska Airlines for the production of sustainable fuels," said John Plaza, CEO of SkyNRG Americas.
  • It is approved for use globally as a drop-in fuel with maximum blending levels of 50% with Jet A fuel.
  • Replacing fossil jet fuels with SAF is what SkyNRG aims for, guaranteeing social and environmental sustainability throughout the supply chain.

Shell Invests in LanzaJet to Further Accelerate the Global Commercialization of LanzaJet’s Leading Alcohol-to-Jet Technology to Address the Aviation Sector’s Urgent Need to Decarbonise

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Aviation fuels, Energy, Companies, Fuels, Energy economics, Biofuels, SAF, Suncor Energy, Jet fuel, Sustainable energy, Royal Dutch Shell, Aviation biofuel

LanzaJet, Inc. , a leading sustainable fuels technology company and sustainable fuels producer, announced today that Shell joins as an investor in the company to advance LanzaJets global growth, accelerate commercialization of its technology, and scale the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

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  • LanzaJet, Inc. , a leading sustainable fuels technology company and sustainable fuels producer, announced today that Shell joins as an investor in the company to advance LanzaJets global growth, accelerate commercialization of its technology, and scale the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
  • With the right policies to support the uptake and production of SAF, aviation can achieve net-zero emissions.
  • "LanzaJet's technology opens up a new and exciting pathway to produce SAF using an AtJ process and will help address the aviation sector's urgent need for SAF.
  • Shell joins other LanzaJet investors including LanzaTech, Suncor Energy Inc., Mitsui & Co., Ltd., and British Airways, along with participation in LanzaJet by All Nippon Airways (ANA).

Increasing Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel for Private Jets Expected to Motivate More Buyers

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Aviation fuels, Car, Jet fuel, Fuels, Chemical substances

"The development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel is exciting news for several reasons," said Daniel Jennings, CEO of The Private Jet Company (TPJC).

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  • "The development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel is exciting news for several reasons," said Daniel Jennings, CEO of The Private Jet Company (TPJC).
  • The Private Jet Company (TPJC) provides sales, acquisition and a range of consulting services to private jet buyers and sellers.
  • For advice and information on acquiring or selling private jets:
    The Private Jet Company offers sales, acquisition, and consulting services for private aircraft in major markets throughout the world.
  • Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) can lower carbon emissions up to 80% over the lifecycle of the fuel.

Boeing Commits to Deliver Commercial Airplanes Ready to Fly on 100% Sustainable Fuels

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Friday, January 22, 2021
Fuels, Energy, Liquid fuels, Aviation fuels, Petroleum products, Articles, Biofuels, Emissions reduction, Jet fuel, Sustainable energy, Boeing, Gasoline

SEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA)is setting an ambitious target to advance the long-term sustainability of commercial aviation, committing that its commercial airplanes are capable and certified to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuels by 2030.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA)is setting an ambitious target to advance the long-term sustainability of commercial aviation, committing that its commercial airplanes are capable and certified to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuels by 2030.
  • Boeing has previously conducted successful test flights replacing petroleum jet fuel with 100% sustainable fuels to address the urgent challenge of climate change.
  • Today, sustainable aviation fuels are mixed directly with conventional jet fuel up to a 50/50 blend the maximum allowed under current fuel specifications.
  • In order to meet aviation's commitment for reducing carbon emissions by 50% from 2005 levels by 2050, airplanes need the capability to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuels well before 2050.