Neste has achieved an important milestone of delivering over 500,000 gallons Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The delivery was made in cooperation with LAXFuel’s supply infrastructure using barges for transport. This partnership marks the first time that SAF is being delivered as a ready-made fuel blend into the existing fueling infrastructure in large volumes at LAX.
LAXFuel is the consortium of the airlines operating at Los Angeles airport providing the jet fuel supply infrastructure for the planes at the airport.
John Trozzo, Chairman of LAXFuel Corporation said: “We now have the means to supply this low-emission fuel in larger volumes not only to the airlines flying from LAX but also to other airports in the region serviced by the broader fuel infrastructure managed by LAXFuel in California. This partnership with Neste proves that we have the capability to immediately implement this fuel as a low-carbon solution. It also provides a sound basis for scaling up future deliveries to airlines.”
Chris Cooper, President of Neste US said: “This achievement together with LAXFuel shows how we are taking concrete steps towards a more sustainable future for aviation. Recognized as one of the most visited states in the US, California has a huge demand for air travel. By offering SAF to the state’s busiest airport, we are enabling passengers who travel to and from California to lower their carbon footprint while enjoying the benefits of flying.”
According to LAXFUEL, fuel delivery significantly increases the availability and accessibility of sustainable aviation fuel at one of the busiest international airports and aviation hubs in the US.
