Japan Airlines and sustainable aviation fuel producer Gevo have signed a new agreement for the carrier to purchase 5.3 million gallons of SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) for five years with deliveries expected to begin in 2027.
JAL is a member of the Oneworld airline alliance and this agreement falls within the framework of a memorandum of understanding between Oneworld and Gevo, which was signed in March 2022, for the alliance’s member airlines to buy up to 200 million gallons of SAF beginning in 2027 for five years.
The agreement with JAL is subject to certain conditions, including Gevo developing, financing and constructing one or more production facilities to produce the SAF, according to a statement from Gevo.
Patrick Gruber, Gevo’s CEO, added: “Our sustainable aviation fuel is a drop-in fuel that delivers renewable energy where it’s needed.
“JAL sees the value in reducing its dependence on fossil fuels while still being able to continue to use its existing aircraft. Our agreement will empower the company to achieve carbon-emissions reductions now as it explores other technologies to manage its energy transition.”