World Fuel Service will supply JetBlue with up to 1 million gallons of neat SAF created by Valero under a 12-month agreement. with an option for up to 4 million additional gallons.
JetBlue and World Fuel Service have signed a major commercial agreement to bring the first regular supply of Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). the SAF will be provided by Valero Marketing and Supply Company (Valero). According to the terms of the 12-month agreement, JetBlue is expected to take delivery of a minimum of 1,000,000 gallons of neat sustainable aviation fuel (approximately 3,300,000 gallons blended). Additionally, the agreement includes an option for JetBlue to acquire up to an extra 4,000,000 gallons of neat (approximately 13,300,000 gallons blended).
The SAF covered under this agreement is anticipated to be distributed through established jet fuel infrastructure and utilized by JetBlue in New York.
With the intention to bring blended SAF to the northeast, the airline aims to enhance supply through partnerships with aligned New York-based enterprises. JetBlue anticipates that sustained corporate backing and incentive programs will establish a foundation for the expansion of the blended SAF market, particularly within one of the world’s most congested airport systems.
Sara Bogdan, Managing Director of Sustainability and Environmental Social Governance, at JetBlue, said, “This newly available SAF in our hometown is a key signal of the growing engagement by major fuel producers and the potential of SAF to meaningfully address aviation’s carbon emissions, By leveraging Valero’s globally recognized expertise in energy markets and logistics, and by utilizing existing jet fuel distribution infrastructure, this new large-scale supply of SAF is set to be a pivotal moment as the industry grows the use of SAF. Truly maximizing the impact of this opportunity will require engagement across all sectors.”
Neat sustainable aviation fuel which is produced by Diamond Green Diesel, LLC, a joint venture between a Valero affiliate, and Darling Ingredients Inc., will be blended by Valero with conventional jet fuel to create blended SAF, and delivered by World Fuel.
Brad Hurwitz, Senior Vice President, of supply and trading, World Fuel, said “It takes support across the full supply chain to grow the blended SAF market and meet the aviation industry’s objectives. We are proud to work with JetBlue to bring blended SAF to one of our largest airport locations, further supporting our ambition at World Fuel to grow a consistent supply network for SAF in the US East Coast,”
Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is classified as a drop-in product, compatible with existing aircraft and infrastructure. Neat SAF is derived from diverse feedstocks, such as agricultural residues and used cooking oils, and can reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by approximately 80% relative to conventional jet fuel.
Sara Bogdan, added, “As a global hub for travel and commerce, we have an opportunity for New York to be viewed as a center for responsible business as well, We’re asking companies who rely on the convenient and readily available flights to and from our New York area airports to help us show the demand and interest for more sustainable options.”
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Through JetBlue-issued SAF certificates, corporate partners can cut their business travel emissions and support the growth of the blended SAF market. With this new SAF supply at JFK, JetBlue urges New York businesses to collaborate in expanding the availability of blended SAF in the city.
