Petrolimex Aviation supplies the SAF used in these flights. SAF is produced from renewable sources such as used cooking oil, agricultural by-products, wood biomass, and urban waste. Compared to traditional fuels, SAF can reduce carbon emissions by up to 80% and meets strict international aviation standards for commercial use.
Vietnam’s Civil Aviation Authority Director, Dinh Viet Thang, praised the initiative, highlighting the importance of sustainable fuel in meeting environmental commitments and reinforcing Vietnam’s position as a responsible member of the global aviation community.
Phạm Văn Thanh, Chairman of Petrolimex, emphasized the long-term strategy of the company to become a green, environmentally friendly energy group by 2045. Vietjet CEO Đinh Việt Phương also reaffirmed the airline’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable development.
The first flight using SAF in Vietnam, operated by Vietjet, took off this morning from Tan Son Nhat Airport, Ho Chi Minh City to Melbourne (Australia).
Vietjet is collaborating with international partners to advance SAF research and development as part of Vietnam’s Net Zero commitment by 2050, made at COP26. As production costs decrease, SAF is expected to play a crucial role in the future of commercial aviation.
This move builds on Vietjet’s decade-long efforts to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability, including e-tickets, online check-ins, and fuel-saving programs. The airline is also known for its environmental initiatives, from tree planting to beach cleanups, and remains committed to leading the aviation industry’s green transition.
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Source: Vietnam Insider