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Thailand’s first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) standard is expected this month, with enforcement next year. (Photo: iStock)
Thailand’s first standard for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) specifications is expected to be released this month and enforced next year, starting at 1% and increasing to 8% by 2036. The move aims to decarbonize the aviation sector in line with international measures and support the country’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
Industry and government align as Thailand prepares for SAF takeoff
As the SAF standard nears launch, the industry is gearing up to build a full supply chain, from raw materials to jet fuel. Thailand’s leading biofuel producer, Bangchak, inaugurated a dedicated facility for 100% neat SAF in April, with an initial production capacity of 1 million liters per day.
The company has signed agreements with local governments and food and beverage companies to collect used cooking oil as feedstock, while its subsidiary, BBGI (Bio-Based Green Innovation), is exploring algae-based SAF to diversify future sources.
