- LATAM Cargo Chile flew from Zaragoza to North America using ISCC EU SAF.
- Co-processing at up to 5% sustainable feedstock is currently allowed.
- bp aims to increase SAF production to 650,000 tonnes annually by 2030.
- Green hydrogen will be used as feedstock for SAF production.
First ISCC EU SAF Flight
Air bp announced the first sale of ISCC EU Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from its Castellon refinery in Spain. LATAM Cargo Chile completed the flight from Zaragoza, Spain to North America, marking a significant step in the use of sustainable aviation fuels.
Co-Processing and Sustainability
The ISCC EU SAF is produced by co-processing sustainable feedstocks with fossil feedstocks at the Castellon refinery. Currently, up to 5% sustainable feedstock co-processing is permitted within jet fuel specifications. This sustainable component offers around 80% carbon emissions savings over its lifecycle compared to conventional jet fuel.
Future Production Goals
bp aims to increase SAF production significantly. As part of the Hydrogen Cluster of the Valencia Region (HyVal), bp plans to triple its biofuels production, including SAF, to 650,000 tonnes annually by 2030 in Castellon. Green hydrogen will be used as a feedstock for SAF production in an independent unit.
Industry Collaboration
Andreea Moyes, Air bp’s global sustainability director, emphasized the importance of co-processing and various technologies in scaling up SAF production efficiently. Andrés Bianchi, CEO of LATAM Cargo, highlighted the collaborative effort required to advance the use of SAF and its role in environmental protection.
Ongoing Commitment
Air bp has been investing in sustainable aviation alternatives since 2008 and has supplied SAF to over 30 locations. This latest development underscores their ongoing commitment to reducing the aviation industry's carbon footprint.
