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Howe-Baker International and D.Energy to produce hydrogen using blockchain technology

Howe-Baker International and D.Energy to produce hydrogen using blockchain technology

July 25, 2024 |

In Texas, Howe-Baker International signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with D.Energy, a Layer 1 blockchain pioneer in clean energy protocols. This strategic partnership aims to advance research and development into the implementation of blockchain technology in clean hydrogen generation. Under the terms of the MoU, Howe -Baker and D.Energy will collaborate to explore and […]

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Repsol and Iberia ink agreement with Inditex to use 5% of SAF

Repsol and Iberia ink agreement with Inditex to use 5% of SAF

July 23, 2024 |

In Spain, Repsol and Iberia have signed an agreement with Inditex for the purchase of sustainable aviation fuel. The SAF used represents 5% of the fuel that Iberia uses to transport Inditex’s merchandise on its flights. Iberia has made a first purchase of SAF to be used for Inditex’s cargo, which Repsol will supply directly […]

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Airbus and partners invest in Sustainable Aviation Fuel financing fund

Airbus and partners invest in Sustainable Aviation Fuel financing fund

July 23, 2024 |

In the UK, Airbus, the Air France-KLM Group, Associated Energy Group, BNP Paribas, Burnham Sterling, Mitsubishi HC Capital and Qantas Airways Limited announced they co-invested in a sustainable aviation fuel financing fund to accelerate the production of SAF. The partners worked with investment manager Burnham Sterling Asset Management to establish the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Financing […]

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Boeing provides guidance on SAF usage for defense aircraft

Boeing provides guidance on SAF usage for defense aircraft

July 23, 2024 |

In the UK, Boeing has released guidance to defense customers that company-built military aircraft can operate on sustainable aviation fuel at currently approved limits of up to 50% blend with conventional fuel. The guidance aims to support global militaries who are evaluating the adoption of SAF into their fleets, the company said. The global No […]

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INJAZ Al-Arab and Boeing launch sustainable aviation course in Middle East

INJAZ Al-Arab and Boeing launch sustainable aviation course in Middle East

July 23, 2024 |

In the UK, Times Aerospace reported that INJAZ Al-Arab, a member of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, has joined forces with Boeing to launch a course on aviation sustainability. The report stated that he course is available on the INJAZ Campus digital education platform and aims to equip 4,000 high school and university students in Algeria, […]

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Thai researchers aim to expand production of jet biofuels

Thai researchers aim to expand production of jet biofuels

July 23, 2024 |

In the UK, Times Higher Education reported that researchers from Chulalongkorn University in Thailand are using forage grass to feed microorganisms and convert the resulting fat into jet fuel, aiming to replace petroleum-based energy. The “Development of scaling-up technology for production of microbial lipid for biojet fuel synthesis” research project led by researchers from the […]

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GA Telesis Engine Services announces adoption of SAF for its engine testing

GA Telesis Engine Services announces adoption of SAF for its engine testing

July 23, 2024 |

In Finland, GA Telesis Engine Services (Gates), a specialist in aircraft jet engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), announced a milestone in its commitment to sustainability and environmental protection through the adoption of SAF provided by Neste. In collaboration with DHL, GATES will begin integrating Neste-produced SAF into its engine testing operations in Finland. Gunnar […]

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Oneok announces refined products pipeline expansion to the Greater Denver area

Oneok announces refined products pipeline expansion to the Greater Denver area

July 23, 2024 |

In Oklahoma, Oneok announced plans to expand its pipeline capacity connecting Mid-Continent and Gulf Coast refined products supply with the greater Denver area to meet growing demand and increase connectivity with Denver International Airport (DIA). The project includes construction of a new 230-mile, 16-inch diameter pipeline from Scott City, Kansas, to DIA and the addition […]

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Chair of Sustainable Aviation reacts to King’s proposed SAF policy in the UK

Chair of Sustainable Aviation reacts to King’s proposed SAF policy in the UK

July 23, 2024 |

In the UK, International Airport Review reported that Matt Gorman, the chair of Sustainable Aviation, an industry alliance designed to promote cleaner and more sustainable practice in the airport and aviation sector, has issued this statement, responding to the King Charles III’s recent speech and proposed SAF policy. “This announcement represents a significant milestone in […]

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SAF production capacity in the US to rise fourteen-fold in 2024, EIA says

SAF production capacity in the US to rise fourteen-fold in 2024, EIA says

July 23, 2024 |

In Washington D.C. Reuters reported that production capacity of sustainable aviation fuel in the United States could grow by 1400% this year if all announced capacity additions come on line, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The EIA anticipates domestic production of biofuels will increase by about 50% in 2024, led by rising SAF […]

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