HPCL and US-based Boeing partnered for sustainable aviation fuel ecosystem

US-based aircraft maker Boeing has partnered with Oil PSU firm HPCL for a sustainable aviation fuel ecosystem in the country. As part of this partnership, the two companies will explore opportunities to scale SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) production in the domestic market, support the certification of domestically produced SAF, and advocate for policies to develop a robust SAF ecosystem in the country, Boeing said in a statement.

According to the global airline body International Air Transport Association (IATA), India has the potential to be a key producer of SAF by utilizing its ethanol supplies and availability of lipids feedstocks like non-edible industrial oils.

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IATA represents around 340 airlines, including Indian carriers that account for more than 80% of the global air traffic. With decarbonization in focus, efforts are being made to reduce emissions and over the years, Indian carriers have operated some flights with a blend of SAF and traditional aviation turbine fuel (ATF).

HPCL is actively working to commercialize SAF with a strong emphasis on its development and production. One of these initiatives is the HP Green R&D Centre, which has pioneered and patented its proprietary Trijet technology for converting used cooking oil into SAF, it stated.

Through research and innovation, HPCL continues to drive advancements in sustainable energy solutions, playing a pivotal role in the global transition toward a more sustainable aviation industry, according to the statement.

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Boeing said it will also collaborate with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) to implement sustainability standards and practices across the entire SAF supply chain, explore opportunities for training programs, and share leading practices with SAF.

"At Boeing, we are dedicated to developing products and solutions to help our customers achieve their sustainability goals. We recognize that SAF is a critical lever for decarbonizing the aviation sector and that strategic partnerships within India's aerospace ecosystem are vital to advancing SAF production," said Salil Gupte, president, of Boeing India and South Asia.

This partnership with HPCL underscores Boeing's leadership and continued investments in SAF, including partnering with airlines, fuel companies, governments, and research institutions globally to expand SAF supply and reduce costs, the company said.

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