Indonesian state energy firm Pertamina has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with U.S. planemaker Boeing to explore opportunities in developing a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry in the country.
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The agreement aims to support Indonesia’s effort to decarbonise the aviation sector and move towards net-zero emissions, Pertamina said in a statement. The companies will look at identifying feedstock sources, developing SAF technologies, and supporting SAF policy development.
Pertamina CEO Simon Aloysius Mantiri expressed confidence that the collaboration will accelerate the development of a competitive SAF industry, creating greater value for Indonesia’s economy. Boeing Indonesia Managing Director Indra Duivenvoorde noted that Indonesia has the potential to become a regional leader in sustainable aviation.
Boeing projects Southeast Asia’s passenger traffic to grow by around 7% annually through 2044, creating demand for nearly 4,900 new aircraft. The adoption of SAF is expected to help cut aviation emissions. Pertamina has launched several SAF initiatives, including SAF production and certification, and the use of SAF by its subsidiary Pelita Air.
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