The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the global trade association for the airline industry, representing hundreds of carriers worldwide across passenger and cargo markets. It develops and maintains standards that enable safe, secure, and efficient air transport, including operational practices, interline settlement systems, and widely used airline and airport codes. IATA also provides industry data, economic analysis, and policy advocacy on issues affecting aviation.
For the chemical and fuels sector, IATA is a key stakeholder in the aviation energy transition. The association collaborates with airlines, fuel producers, airports, and regulators to advance fuel quality assurance, supply chain safety, and the scaling of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Through guidance, market analysis, and policy engagement, IATA supports harmonized practices and investment signals needed to expand low-carbon aviation fuels while maintaining stringent safety and handling standards for jet fuel worldwide.
None yet. When a new project in the record names IATA as owner, partner or investor, it shows here.
Five-year supply of 300,000 t/yr certified soybean oil (total >1 Mt) for SAF and renewable diesel at a Bahia biorefinery due to start operations in 2029.
SAF from wood waste, 3,200 bpd initial capacity expandable 3×; final investment decision expected 2028 and operations targeted for 2031.
Will expand storage to 1,300 m³, upgrade hydrant network and invest over €4.5m by 2029 under a 7‑year contract (option to 9).
The project will use Hydroflex® technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel, aiming to cut CO2 emissions by 700,000 metric tons annually, with operations starting in 2028.
The project in Oregon will use Topsoe's technologies to produce 50,000 barrels/day of renewable diesel and SAF, aiming for operation by 2029, pending final investment decision.
Feedstock is sufficient for SAF; the challenge is accelerating technology deployment and diversifying production pathways to achieve net zero in aviation.
The Texas facility will produce 65M gallons of SAF annually by 2030, using forest thinnings and advanced control systems for optimal performance and safety.
The SAF plant in Zhoushan City will produce 300,000 tons annually, starting December 2026, initially for Europe, later for China, reducing CO2 emissions by 698,000 tons annually.
