Air India and Indian Oil Company Restricted (IOCL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the availability of Sustainable Aviation Gas (SAF). Beneath the MoU, the Tata Group firm and IOCL have outlined their shared dedication to advertise the adoption of low-carbon fuels in aviation, assist international decarbonisation objectives, and contribute to the transition in the direction of extra sustainable air transport operations.
As a part of its broader technique to attain the IATA Web Zero by 2050 goal and adjust to CORSIA obligations, Air India is actively pursuing initiatives in operational effectivity, low-carbon emissions, and now, SAF, as per the official launch. This MoU marks a major step in increasing its inexperienced aviation portfolio, stated the corporate.
The MoU was signed by Shailesh Dhar, Govt Director (Aviation), Indian Oil and P Balaji, Group Head–GRC and Company Affairs, Air India, within the presence of AS Sahney, Chairman, Indian Oil and Campbell Wilson, CEO & Managing Director, Air India, and different officers.
AS Sahney, Chairman, Indian Oil stated: “The signing of this MoU with Air India represents a strategic step in India’s transition to sustainable aviation. With our ISCC-CORSIA-certified SAF from Panipat, Indian Oil is prepared to offer a sustainable gas answer that can assist decarbonize air journey. Partnering with India’s flagship service, we’re aligning nationwide progress with international local weather objectives and setting a benchmark for the trade.”
Campbell Wilson, CEO & Managing Director, Air India stated: “By means of this MoU with IndianOil, Air India is dedicated to assist the Authorities of India’s initiatives to advertise sustainable growth within the aviation sector and to additional its personal sustainability objectives to attain the IATA Web Zero by 2050 goal.”
