Gulf Air CEO warns about logistical challenges and price of SAF

In Mexico, A21 reported that Gulf Air CEO Waleed AbdulHameed Al Alawi warned about the logistical issues faced by certain airlines to get SAF. “When we buy SAF, we buy it in Europe and that is not feasible on a regular basis from a logistical point of view. In addition to the fact that the price of this fuel is very high,” the executive said. The executive also noted that it is not possible to absorb that cost in a competitive market, but highlighted that it’s also hard to pass on to the passenger for the same reason. “We have to solve that challenge soon to create the demand that will improve the supply of SAF”, he added. The executive said that the company supports the Fly Net Zero objective for 2050. “Emitting carbon will be expensive, hurt your brand and reduce your customer base. Governments and airports can help. Unnecessary taxes and fees add to an airline’s cost base and prevent it from exploring all sustainable initiatives. We are paying a lot of money for policies and services that are not what they should be,” he noted.

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