The Singapore government has launched a plan to decarbonize the country's aviation sector, as reported by SAF magazine.
As part of the initiative, flights departing from Singapore must be fueled with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from 2026, according to the report.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), in consultation with the industry and other stakeholders, developed and launched the Singapore Sustainable Air Hub Project on 19 February.
CAAS aims to reduce domestic aviation emissions by 20% by 2030, collaborating with stakeholders, according to a February report.
The program's goal is to achieve net-zero domestic and international emissions by 2050, as written by SAF magazine.
The report suggests phased introduction: 1% in 2026, increasing to 3%-5% in 2030, depending on global developments and SAF adoption.
Additionally, CAAS will also introduce a SAF fee, with the funds collected being used to purchase SAF.
The agency will charge fees according to distance and class of travel, with premium passengers paying more. Fare level will vary.
Current estimates indicate that a fee to support SAF's 1% increase in 2026 could increase ticket prices for an economy class passenger on direct flights from Singapore to Bangkok, Tokyo and London by approximately S$ 3 (US$ 2.24), S$ 6 (US$ 4.48) and S$ 16 (US$ 11.96), respectively.
CAAS is a statutory council of the country's Ministry of Transport.
Source: Oils & Fats International
