How global SAF demand is surging - but cost and supply chain turbulence awaits

Michael Holder
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Global demand for bio-based Sustainable Aviation Fuels is set to double once again this year - but the sector is still only meeting a fraction of jet fuel demand, according to BloombergNEF

Global supplies of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) more than doubled last year and are expected to double again in 2025 in response to growing regulatory pressure and new incentives - yet low carbon aviation...

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