In a significant collaboration, Airbus and LanzaJet, a renowned sustainable fuels technology company, have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to address the aviation sector’s requirements by producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
This MOU solidifies the partnership between Airbus and LanzaJet, with the primary objective of establishing SAF facilities that will utilise LanzaJet’s well-established and proprietary Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) technology. The agreement also seeks to expedite the certification and adoption of 100% drop-in SAF, enabling existing aircraft to operate without relying on fossil fuels. The aviation industry is responsible for approximately 2-3% of global carbon dioxide emissions and SAF has emerged as a crucial solution, identified by airlines, governments, and energy leaders, to decarbonise aviation, alongside fleet renewal with the latest-generation aircraft and improved operational practices.
LanzaJet’s ATJ technology is based on low-carbon ethanol, which serves as the foundation for producing SAF. This process results in a significant reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by over 70% compared to traditional fossil fuels. Additionally, LanzaJet’s suite of carbon reduction technologies can further minimise emissions. The SAF produced using LanzaJet’s ATJ technology is a certified drop-in fuel that seamlessly integrates with existing aircraft and infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and ease of implementation.
