International Airlines Group (IAG) has made a significant stride towards its sustainability goals with the recent unveiling of a substantial Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) agreement.

The partnership with Twelve, an innovative e-SAF (power-to-liquid) producer, marks IAG’s most extensive SAF procurement initiative to date. The deal, encompassing a fourteen-year commitment, will see Twelve supply IAG with 785,000 tonnes of cutting-edge e-SAF crafted from CO2, water, and renewable energy sources, a move set to revolutionize the aviation sector.

The implementation of this advanced e-SAF is projected to curtail lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by a remarkable 90% compared to traditional jet fuel. As IAG ventures into uncharted territory as the first European airline group to unveil an e-SAF deal, this monumental agreement propels the company closer to its goal of integrating SAF into its operations. With IAG accounting for approximately 12% of the global SAF supply in 2023**, this pact underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to sustainable aviation solutions.

The strategic collaboration between Twelve and IAG heralds a significant step forward in IAG’s expedition towards 2030, a milestone year in which the Group aims to operate with 10% SAF—a pioneering target within the European aviation sector. With this recent agreement securing one-third of the SAF quota necessary to meet the 2030 objective, IAG solidifies its position as a frontrunner in sustainable aviation practices.

As part of its comprehensive sustainability strategy, IAG continues to prioritize investments in new aircraft, fuel efficiency initiatives, and SAF adoption, further solidifying its commitment to reducing environmental impact.