South Korean government looks to boost SAF production

In South Korea, The Chosun Daily reported that the South Korean government plans to boost research and development of carbon-neutral aviation biofuels. Korean jet fuel producers are concerned that regions mandating the use of bio-jet fuels, such as the European Union, could threaten their position as one of the world’s leading jet fuel exporters, according to the report. The Ministry of Trade recently agreed to incorporate the “bio-aerosol response project” into its new pre-feasibility study applications. This project aims to provide R&D support to accelerate the commercialization of bio-jet fuels and devise strategies for securing the necessary raw materials for fuel production, the report added. “The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has mandated that all aircraft taking off from 27 EU countries should include at least 2% bio-jet fuel starting next year,” said a Ministry of Trade official. “The project’s goal is to bolster domestic bio-jet fuel supply by strengthening the competitiveness of the Korean energy sector.”

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