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KLM and Transavia partner with Elysian to develop battery-electric regional aircraft and ecosystems
Elysian teams up with KLM and Transavia to develop the 90-seat electric E9X aircraft, aiming for 800 km range. First flights are planned for 2030, with entry into service by 2033. The partnership explores design, operations, and integration of zero-emission regional air travel.
China’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Industry: A Key Player in the Low-Carbon Future of Aviation
China is rapidly scaling SAF production (3.32M tonnes/year) to meet carbon goals, with policy support, R&D, and certification advances. Challenges remain in feedstock, cost, and deployment, but initiatives like CSCS and tech diversification (PtL, CCUS, hydrogen) aim to boost global leadership.
Moving towards more sustainable aviation
Royal Schiphol Group aims to lead in sustainability by operating airports that benefit the planet. Their goal is to produce more renewable energy than needed, with surplus power shared. Schiphol has made significant progress and will continue its sustainability efforts in aviation.
AAHK honoured for Outstanding ESG achievement
Airport Authority Hong Kong won the 2025 Ming Pao ESG Award for its strong ESG leadership, including its Ascend strategy, Net Zero 2050 pledge, green bonds, and talent development efforts through the HK International Aviation Academy.
Here’s how you can do your part for nature each time you fly from Changi Airport
Since 2015, every year has ranked among the hottest on record. Singapore plans for 40°C days by 2045 unless lifestyles change. Changi Airport has launched a carbon offset program allowing travelers to offset emissions via projects like Rimba Raya, Anhuang Afforestation, and India Wind Power.
Thales’ FlytOptim selected by Corsair to cut CO₂ emissions and advance sustainable aviation
Corsair déploie FlytOptim de Thales sur tous ses vols pour réduire les émissions de CO₂. Cette solution d’optimisation de trajectoire en temps réel permet d’économiser du carburant et d’éviter des centaines de tonnes de CO₂, sans modifier les avions ni perturber les opérations.
Long Beach Airport cuts carbon with solar canopies generating over 3 million kWh in first year
Long Beach Airport's solar canopies, installed in 2023, have generated 3.2M kWh of clean energy, cutting electricity use by 10% and offsetting emissions equal to 291 homes. The project boosts sustainability and comfort, aligning with LGB’s green innovation goals.
Canadian SAF projects involving Alder and Dimensional receive Boeing investment
Boeing invests CAD 17.48M in two Canadian SAF ventures: Project Avance converts wood waste to low-carbon biocrude for SAF; Dimensional Energy develops power-to-liquid tech converting CO2 into synthetic fuel. These innovations boost sustainable aviation, supporting Canada’s decarbonization goals.
