Singapore’s Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat today announced the launch of Singapore’s Sustainable Air Hub Blueprint, which includes new rules mandating the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on all departing flights. We have outlined a series of key actions aimed at decarbonizing Singapore’s aviation sector. , from 2026 he is expected to start at 1% and increase in subsequent years.
The blueprint was developed by Singapore’s Ministry of Transport’s Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and aims to help airlines, airports and air traffic Covers actions aimed at management (ATM). By 2030, achieve net zero domestic and international aviation emissions by 2050.
The majority of the aviation sector’s emissions come from fuel. SAF, which is typically produced from sustainable sources such as waste oil and agricultural residues, is seen as one of the key tools to support the decarbonization of the aviation industry in the short to medium term. SAF producers estimate that this fuel has the potential to reduce life cycle GHG emissions by as much as 85% compared to conventional fuels.
However, efforts to meaningfully increase the use of SAF by airlines face significant challenges, including the low supply currently available on the market and prices far higher than traditional fossil fuels. Currently, the SAF accounts for less than 0.1% of the amount of jet fuel.
According to CAAS, the use of SAF is expected to contribute to nearly two-thirds of the emissions reductions needed for the sector to reach net zero by 2050. Under the new blueprint, he will be required to use SAF for flights departing from Singapore from 2026. The initial target is expected to be 1%, but the goal is to increase this to 3% to 5% by 2030, depending on global deployment and wider availability and adoption of SAF. I am.
The blueprint also includes several initiatives aimed at building a SAF ecosystem, such as the introduction by CAAS of a SAF levy based on current SAF targets and projected SAF prices, which will be used to purchase SAF. It is. The price charged takes into account the distance traveled and class of travel. CAAS estimates that the levy to support the 1% SAF level will increase the price of an economy class ticket from Singapore to Tokyo by S$6 (US$4.50) and to London by S$16 (US$12). there’s a possibility that. Other initiatives include centralizing his SAF procurement for the Singapore air hub, anchoring his SAF production in Singapore and the region, and investing in aircraft fleet renewal and operational improvements.
In addition to SAF’s efforts, the blueprint primarily includes initiatives for airports aimed at reducing energy usage and deploying renewable energy, as well as ATMs to increase efficiency and reduce fuel consumption over the next five years. An overview of efforts to improve the operation of the system is provided. Implementing demand and capacity balancing, enhancing performance-based navigation, and optimizing trajectories between gates. According to CAAS, the ATM initiative is expected to increase fuel consumption by an additional 10% and reduce emissions.
CAAS also outlined a range of enablers being put in place to deliver new decarbonization initiatives, including policy and regulation, industrial development, infrastructure planning and delivery, workforce transformation, and international partnerships and collaboration. , said it also included a S$50 million (US$) launch. $37 million) Aviation Sustainability Program to support sustainable aviation projects.
Minister of Transport and Second Minister of Finance Chee Hong Tat said:
“Singapore’s approach is to enable the aviation industry to achieve both growth and environmental sustainability, so that future generations can continue to enjoy the benefits of aviation. Singapore’s Sustainable Air Hub Our Blueprint demonstrates this balanced approach. The measures have been developed after careful consideration and close consultation with national and international stakeholders, ensuring that these measures have a positive impact on the region and the world. We look forward to helping foster the development of sustainable aviation in China.”