Launch of SAF Association
Pioneering the Future of Sustainable Aviation in India

Launch of ISAF

Launch of the SAF Association Vision Document by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon'ble Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India

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Mr. Jimmy Olsson, President of SAF Association at the launch of the SAF Association in India Climate Week 2025

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Mr. Vijay Nirani, Vice President of SAF Association at the launch of the SAF Association in India Climate Week 2025

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SAF Association team honouring Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon'ble Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India at the launch of the SAF Association during India Climate Week 2025

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Mr. Rohit Kumar, Secretary General of SAF Association at the launch of the SAF Association in India Climate Week 2025

A Defining Moment for Aviation Sustainability

SAF Association was officially launched on 4th February 2025, marking a transformative step in India's aviation decarbonization journey.

A landmark industry-led initiative, uniting key stakeholders to accelerate the adoption and commercialization of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

Strategically aligned with global net-zero commitments, positioning India as an active contributor to sustainable aviation initiatives.

Establishing a collaborative ecosystem, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to shape the future of SAF.

"Decarbonisation of Aviation Sector"

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First industry-wide engagement following the launch of SAF Association.

▪ Discussions on policy, investment, and technology innovations for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) adoption.

▪ Participation from government officials, airline executives, SAF producers, and sustainability leaders.

▪ Panel discussions & keynote addresses on India's role in aviation decarbonization.


▪ Strategic roadmap for implementing SAF blending targets and scaling production capabilities.

Webinar on “India: The Emerging Global Hub for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)”

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▪ Ongoing industry-wide engagement led by key stakeholders—including policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and innovators—to accelerate the adoption of SAF in India.

▪ In-depth discussions on policy frameworks, investment strategies, and technology innovations supporting SAF development.

▪ Participation from government officials, airline executives, SAF producers, and sustainability leaders.


▪ Thought-provoking panel discussions and keynote addresses on India’s leadership in aviation decarbonization.

▪ Focused dialogue on a strategic roadmap to implement SAF blending targets and scale domestic production capacity.

India SAF Conclave and Awards 2025

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SAF Association successfully hosted the first edition of the India SAF Conclave & Awards on 15th September 2025 in New Delhi. The Conclave was guided by the spirit of “नभः शुद्धिं वयं यान्तु (Let us strive for purity in the skies)”. The Conclave brought together senior government officials, global industry leaders, and experts to deliberate on SAF’s role in shaping a sustainable aviation future for India. The event also received strong institutional support from multiple Ministries of the Government of India (Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Ministry of Power, Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Department of Science & Technology) and Government of Uttar Pradesh, as well as leading organizations such as Invest UP, NABARD, Indian Oil Corporation, Praj Industries, AFC India Ltd., ZR2 Group, TruAlt Bioenergy and New Era CleanTech among others.

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MoUs

SAF Association & ASAFA
SAF Association & Azzera
SAF Association & Travia
SAF Association & AFC India
  • MOU Between SAF Association and Asia SAF Association (ASAFA) for advancing the adoption and integration of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in India and Asia.
  • MOU Between SAF Association and Azzera to advance the adoption of SAF through aviation decarbonization technology and CORSIA enabling.
  • MOU Between SAF Association and Travia Consultancy Services Pte Ltd. to advance SAF production.
  • MOU Between SAF Association and AFC India Ltd. on advancing sustainable feedstock and capacity building.
  • MOU Between CBR Sustainability Partners and SAF Association for advancing SAF in India and equipping stakeholders through capacity enhancement.
  • MOU Signing between AfriSAF to advance the adoption and integration of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in India & across Asia and Africa.

Thank You Partners

We are deeply grateful to our partners whose support and collaboration made the India SAF Conclave 2025 a remarkable success, driving forward the vision of sustainable aviation.

India SAF Awards 2025

The India SAF Awards 2025 celebrated the leaders, innovators, and pioneers driving the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India and globally. The awards honoured excellence across production, technology, policy, corporate leadership, and aviation innovation.

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    Honouring Indian Oil Corporation Limited with the Special Jury Mention Award for SAF Producer of India.
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    Honouring Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) with the Special Jury Mention Award for SAF Policy Development and Regulations.
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    Honouring Invest UP, Government of Uttar Pradesh with the Special Jury Mention Award for State Leadership in SAF Policy & Feedstock Development.
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    Honouring Air India with the Special Jury Mention Award for Proactive Indian Airline for Aviation Decarbonisation.
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    Honouring Airbus with the Special Jury Mention Award for Sustainable Aircraft Innovation.
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    Honouring Microsoft with the Special Jury Mention Award for Corporate Climate Leadership.
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    Honouring LanzaJet, Inc. with the Special Jury Mention Award for Global SAF Scale-Up.
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    Honouring ZR2 Group with the Special Jury Mention Award for Global Emerging SAF Producer.
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    Honouring KBR, Inc. with the Special Jury Mention Award for SAF Technology Solutions.
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    Honouring Neste with the Special Jury Mention Award for Excellence in Waste & Residue-Based SAF Production.
  • Honouring New Era Cleantech with the Special Jury Mention Award for eSAF Emerging SAF Producer.
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    Honouring U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council with the Special Jury Mention Award for SAF Feedstock Policy & Advocacy.

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