Dubai: Lootah Biofuels, a Dubai-based clean energy company, has announced the launch of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in the UAE, positioning itself among the country’s first local suppliers of the low-carbon fuel, reports Zawya.
The milestone aligns with the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 vision and supports the aviation sector’s sustainability targets. The achievement will be highlighted at the Dubai Airshow 2025, scheduled for November 17–21, which will feature leading international aviation and aerospace companies.
Yousif Lootah, CEO of Lootah Biofuels, said: “As one of the first local suppliers of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, we are proud to launch SAF in the UAE market and showcase it at Dubai Airshow to local and international stakeholders. This initiative reflects our commitment to innovation, reinforces our alignment with the UAE’s sustainability vision, and brings us closer to our aspirations of collaborating with global aviation partners to accelerate decarbonisation.”
As part of the airshow, Lootah will join a high-level panel discussion on aviation sustainability with global leaders and the company will sponsor the Aviation & Space Sustainability 2050 Conference, underscoring its leadership in the clean energy transition.
Lootah Biofuels is partnering with international producers to add SAF to its portfolio of bio-based fuels. Produced from used cooking oil (UCO) and waste-derived fats, the fuel complies with ASTM D7566-24 and ICAO CORSIA standards.
Initially, supplies will be imported from global partners, while feasibility and engineering studies for a dedicated SAF production facility in the UAE have already been completed.
Key Benefits of SAF
Cuts greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80%.
Can be blended with Jet A-1 fuel up to 50% by volume.
Ensures cleaner combustion with very low sulfur and aromatic hydrocarbon content.
Suitable for airlines, private jets, cargo carriers, government fleets, and ground support vehicles.
Strategic Roadmap
Lootah Biofuels has outlined a three-phase plan for SAF deployment:
Short-term: Importing SAF to meet immediate demand.
Medium-term: Launching local production facilities.
Long-term: Localising full-scale production to strengthen energy security, reduce imports, and create green jobs.
With this step, Lootah Biofuels aims to play a pivotal role in positioning the UAE as a regional hub for sustainable aviation fuel and green energy innovation.
