SAF

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Add sustainable aviation fuel - You choose the amount

At SAS Cargo we want to make it easy for our customers to reduce CO₂ emissions from the cargo transports. Therefore, we have developed a Corporate Sustainability Program, where you as corporate customer, are able to replace fossil fuel with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on a larger scale.

SAF is a biofuel used to power aircraft that has similar properties to conventional jet fuel but with a smaller carbon footprint because of the jet fuels lifecycle. The use of SAF is an important step on the road towards zero-emission flights (see IATA roadmap towards Zero CO₂ emissions).

The chemical and physical characteristics of sustainable aviation fuels are almost identical to those of conventional jet fuel, meaning the two can be safely blended together. At present, legislation for commercial aviation states that biofuel must be blended with conventional jet fuel up to a maximum of 50%.

The SAF delivered to SAS is certified from the manufacturer according to the applicable regulations.
The SAF is mixed at selected airports and is an integrated part of the infrastructure at the airport.

Did you know that

SAS has one of Europe’s most fuel efficient and modern fleet.

SAS aims for sustainable aviation fuel equivalent to SAS' domestic production (on average 18% the last 5 years)

SAS makes no profit on the SAF agreement transactions, and it is added to the amount of SAS that SAS has already committed to buy.

About SAF

Sustainable aviation fuel produced from sustainable sources reduces the amount of climate-impacting CO₂ emissions dramatically (certified proof available – pls contact SAS Cargo).

Biofuel, an example of SAF, is made by using a variety of waste products, along with used cooking oil and agricultural and forestry residues.

Buying SAF in bulk

We now welcome our customers on board the journey towards a more sustainable flight by making it possible to buy SAF. A perfect alternative for customers who want to make their flights more sustainable – and a great opportunity for our customers to reduce their scope 3 emissions. Unrelated to any specific transport, we can enter into an agreement of SAF purchase for use on flights in SAS’ network. The reduction from the SAF used, can be assigned to your transport. The CO₂ reductions will be stated in a SAS & SAS supplier certificate.

The process of buying SAF is quite simple. Please fill in your request on the right and following process and dialogue will start.

  • Dialogue about a required amount (volume) in SAF ton - or ton CO₂ you want to reduce emissions for
  • Upon agreement; purchase + receipt
  • Time of SAF delivery is part of dialogue
  • SAF certificate from SAS and Supplier (upon SAF Delivery)
  • 3rd party verification (of no double counting) will be available annually on the Portal

We look forward to working together to reduce CO₂ - a small step towards the industry 2050 goals.

 

How we work to reduce climate impact

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Next generation aircraft with zero emission

SAS has been supporting projects for new aircraft technology, as electric and hydrogen powered aircrafts, for some time now. The development involves more than just the aircraft themselves.
Electric and hydrogen aircraft will require a brand new infrastructure, including new solutions for energy supply and charging at airports. In order to guarantee access to electricity and hydrogen from renewable sources, the aim is also to involve one or more energy companies in the partnership.
By investing in new technology for the next generation of aircraft, we are helping to drive the development towards more sustainable.

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CO2- reductions

CO₂ reductions in Air, by reducing weight on cargo transport equipment like ULDs and support planks. On the ground (trucking), our supplier ensure eco-driving training and use latest and best equipment for transportation – including LNG and CNG trucks.

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Sustainable Aviation Fuel

SAS is constantly striving to increase the supply and use of sustainable aviation fuels, such as biofuels, as this is an important step on the road to zero-emission aviation. SAS uses Hydrotreated Esters and Fatty Acids (HEFA) biofuel. This is a renewable diesel fuel that can be produced from a wide array of vegetable oils and fats.
SAS has strict criteria when it comes to SAF, and should only be produced by used raw materials that require as small a land area as possible and which does not affect the general availability of crops used in food production, or the use of potable water.