Business aviation giant Luxaviation and clean energy specialist Haffner Energy have announced a partnership to accelerate the production and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through the SAF Zero initiative. The announcement was made during the International Paris Air Show, reports The Manila Times.
SAF Zero, launched by Haffner Energy, aims to create a platform that unites investors and project developers to fast-track SAF production. Luxaviation is exploring a key role in SAF Zero, which could include providing funding for early-stage development, strategic support, increasing visibility, and signing agreements to purchase fuel from projects like the Paris-Vatry SAF facility in France.
The initiative will use Haffner Energy’s proprietary technology to develop and license SAF production projects. These projects will rely on residual biomass and municipal waste to produce fuel, and are designed to align with Europe’s clean aviation goals, especially as stricter SAF regulations come into effect by 2030.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Luxaviation, a strong partner helping us make SAF Zero a central pillar in Europe’s clean aviation strategy,” said Philippe Haffner, co-founder and CEO of Haffner Energy.
Luxaviation CEO Patrick Hansen echoed this commitment. “Sustainability is the future of aviation. Our partnership with Haffner Energy and interest in SAF Zero underline our mission to make sustainable fuel a standard across the industry. By combining our aviation experience with Haffner’s technology, we are making a real step toward a cleaner future.”
Luxaviation operates one of the largest private aircraft fleets globally and has adopted a comprehensive sustainability strategy. This includes improving fuel efficiency, expanding the use of SAF, electrifying ground operations, and offsetting remaining emissions. In 2023, the company launched its “Go-to-Zero” Investment Fund to support SAF production initiatives.
Both companies are also members of Project SkyPower, a global alliance of industry leaders working to accelerate SAF development and use.
