In a milestone for Poland’s aviation sector, UNIMOT Aviation, part of the UNIMOT Group, has completed the country’s first physical delivery of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to a commercial airport. The delivery was made to Katowice International Airport in Pyrzowice and marks a significant step in the nation’s efforts to decarbonize air transport ahead of upcoming EU regulations, reported TravelDailyNews.
The SAF was used to refuel an Airbus A320 aircraft bound for Marsa Alam, Egypt, on April 23, 2025 — the first time a passenger aircraft has been fueled with SAF in Poland.
This move comes as the European Union prepares to enforce new rules starting January 2025, which require airports handling at least 800,000 passengers annually or 100,000 tonnes of freight to ensure a minimum of 2% of their aviation fuel comes from sustainable sources. Eight Polish airports fall under this regulation.
SAF is produced from renewable sources such as vegetable oils, animal fats, and agricultural waste, and can reduce emissions by up to 65% compared to traditional fossil-based aviation fuel. The fuel plays a key role in the EU’s strategy to achieve net-zero emissions in the aviation sector by 2050.
“UNIMOT Aviation has a robust logistics system that enables us to act quickly and efficiently,” said Adam Sikorski, President of the Board at UNIMOT. “We aim to be more than just a fuel supplier — we want to be a trusted partner for Polish airports and airlines, helping them adapt to new regulations and create a more sustainable future for aviation.”
Artur Tomasik, President of the Upper Silesian Aviation Group (GTL S.A.), which operates Katowice Airport, welcomed the milestone. “This is a significant development for the Polish market. I’d like to thank UNIMOT for choosing Katowice Airport for this historic delivery. We are currently building a multimodal hub for fuel and cargo, including a rail siding. When completed in mid-2026, it will be the most advanced aviation fuel distribution center in Poland.”
With 15 public airports and more than 60 aeroclubs, Poland’s aviation infrastructure is expanding rapidly. UNIMOT’s latest move positions the company as a leader in supporting the transition to low-emission air travel across the country.
