The Government has notified an amendment to the Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) (Regulation of Marketing) Order, 2001 (ATF Control Order) to bring Aviation Turbine Fuel blended with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) under the ambit of the ATF Control Order.
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said that SAF consists of specially processed aviation-grade hydrocarbons that are chemically similar to ATF and fully compatible with aircraft engines. It said that SAF does not alter the fundamental nature, safety, or performance of aviation fuel.
The Ministry said that the International Civil Aviation Organisation recognises SAF as a renewable fuel derived from alternative feedstocks such as crops, biogenic residues, and waste materials, offering significant reductions in Greenhouse gas emissions. The use of SAF can help reduce these offsetting requirements. Recognising its global requirement, the Government had already announced indicative blending targets of SAF in ATF for international flights as one percent in 2027, two percent in 2028, and five percent in 2030. This amendment is also essential to keep India aligned with global supply chain of SAF.
Ministry said that India is committed to green fuel transition, with a focus on reducing carbon emissions, promoting sustainable fuels like SAF, strengthening domestic production capabilities, and positioning the country as a key player in the emerging global clean energy ecosystem.
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