Setting the Record Straight on SAF Policy Direction The European Commission has delivered a clear message to the aviation industry: the Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) mandate under ReFuelEU is not just a temporary regulatory push but a long-term commitment. As concerns swirl among some of Europe’s largest airlines, the Commission’s
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Oman’s Strategic Steps Toward Carbon-Neutral Aviation Embracing a Global Imperative The Sultanate of Oman recently hosted a pivotal workshop in partnership with the International Air Transport Association (IATA), focusing on the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). As part of a coordinated global response to climate change,
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A New Maritime Era In 2023, the European Union launched one of its most ambitious efforts to decarbonise the maritime sector. Known as FuelEU Maritime, this regulation doesn’t merely set emission targets—it signals a deeper transition in how shipping companies operate and strategise. For those in the industry, the regulation
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A Positive Inflection Point in Climate Governance While climate discourse often revolves around deficits and delays, the European Union’s climate action strategy represents a striking pivot from reactive policy to structured transformation. Instead of focusing solely on the headline goals — reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by 55 percent by
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Redefining the Possibilities of Electric Transport In the ongoing pursuit of sustainable transformation across transportation systems, a new breakthrough in fuel cell technology signals a meaningful leap. While conventional lithium-ion batteries have paved the way for electric mobility on roads, their limitations have long kept aviation and maritime sectors just
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Reframing the Role of Refineries Far from being relics of the fossil fuel age, modern refineries are rapidly positioning themselves as catalysts for a lower-carbon future. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the energy transition is not merely about shifting inputs but reimagining the refinery itself—as a versatile
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How Business Aviation Is Quietly Leading a Sustainable Shift In recent years, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) was often considered more of a public relations tool than a practical solution—used symbolically during industry events or high-profile flights. But today, SAF is moving beyond symbolic gestures to become a credible pathway for
Introduction to ReFuelEU Aviation Compliance ReFuelEU Aviation, a key regulation under the EU’s Fit for 55 climate framework, aims to accelerate the uptake of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs). For the 2025 reporting cycle, a new list identifies aviation fuel suppliers falling within the regulation’s scope, bringing greater clarity to compliance
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As shipping leaders anticipate future compliance pathways, a promising convergence is emerging between international and European climate regulations. The International Maritime Organization’s Net-Zero Framework and the European Union’s FuelEU Maritime Regulation, although distinct in jurisdiction and governance, are now evolving in tandem. This alignment may reduce regulatory complexity and create
The aviation industry is undergoing a decisive transformation, not merely in response to climate imperatives but through a proactive reimagining of fuel systems. Recent forecasts project the global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) market to exceed USD 25 billion by 2030—a remarkable leap from USD 2.06 billion in 2025. Beyond the
The aviation sector, long viewed as a tough challenge for decarbonisation, is on the cusp of a major transformation. According to recent insights from Prophecy Market Insights, the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) market is forecasted to expand significantly between 2025 and 2035. But behind the expected growth lies a deeper
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Unifying the Framework for Climate Action The journey toward decarbonizing global maritime logistics gained a significant boost when the Global Ro-Ro Community (GRC) announced new guidelines for calculating greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity from Ro-Ro ships. This initiative, developed in collaboration with the Smart Freight Centre (SFC), brings clarity and
Setting Sail Towards Carbon Management In a noteworthy development for maritime sustainability, a groundbreaking liquefied carbon dioxide (LCO2) barge design has received Approval in Principle (AiP) from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). This innovative vessel, conceived by Overseas Shipholding Group through its subsidiary Aptamus Carbon Solutions, marks a significant
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The Last Flight of JAL’s First Boeing 777-300ER Marks a Quiet Revolution A significant chapter in aviation history closed on May 26, 2025, when Japan Airlines (JAL) retired its first Boeing 777-300ER. Aircraft JA731J, a stalwart of transpacific travel, completed its final voyage from Los Angeles to Tokyo Haneda, wrapping
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Abu Dhabi Leads with Purpose in Aviation Sustainability When innovation meets dedication, milestones are born. Abu Dhabi is once again at the forefront of aviation sustainability as it plays host to the IATA Regional Sustainable Aviation Fuels Workshop 2025. Held on May 22–23, this event isn’t just a conference —
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