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(27/11/23)
 Thai Airways has signed a memorandum of
understanding (MOU) with PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR) on the
use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for pilot flights and other
areas of potential cooperation.

As with other airlines around the world, Thai
Airways has committed to achieving the goal of net zero emissions
by 2050, for both domestic and international operations.

Khun Taviroj Songkumpol, Chief – Corporate
Strategy, Thai Airways, explained that the airline has partnered
with OR so that it can operate flights utilizing SAF in order lower carbon
emissions compared to using existing fossil fuel. The MOU will also encourage
more
studies into SAF and issues related to production.

Thai Airways has signed a SAF-related MOU with PTT Oil and Retail Business

Through different manufacturing processes, used
cooking oil, sugarcane ethanol, and waste can be produced into
SAF, which releases 80 percent less carbon dioxide than regular
aviation fuel throughout its life cycle. SAF can currently be mixed with
regular Jet A1 aviation fuel without changing or converting
aircraft engines.

“As a lead in the energy transition and among
businesses that prioritize growth alongside global sustainability,
OR is committed to minimizing greenhouse gas emissions and being a
contributor to the net zero goal, said Khun Suchat Ramarch,
President, PTT Oil and Retail Business (OR). “Thus, we have worked
towards expanding the proportion of biofuel use, instead of fossil
fuels, leveraging leftovers, as well as biofuel raw materials in
the production of SAF. This energy solution promotes and revalues
biological products available in the country and maximizes
economic benefit, serving as a driver for the development of
sustainable energy innovations to diversify Thailand’s economic
development, along with promoting a good quality of life and
sustainability for the community, society, and the country in the
future.”

There will be an official launch event,
celebrating the partnership and joint goals, at Phuket Airport
(HKT) in December.

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