Virgin Atlantic CEO Corneel Koster highlighted at the Skift Global Forum that UK SAF mandates are rising while supply remains insufficient, with requirements starting at 2% of jet fuel demand and scaling toward 22%. The supply-demand imbalance under tightening regulation is expected to keep upward pressure on SAF prices as compliance obligations grow.
The European Commission approved €430 million in free ETS carbon allowances for 130 airlines to support SAF adoption, quadrupling the prior year's level. Over 530,000 tonnes of SAF was claimed under the scheme, part of a broader €1.5 billion program proposed for expansion. The expanded regulatory subsidy reduces the effective cost premium of SAF over fossil kerosene, easing cost pressure on airlines and supporting continued uptake.
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | China | FOB | USD 2,037.00/MT | October 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | India | CIF | USD 2,162.70/MT | October 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | USA | FOB | USD 1,033.00/MT | October 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | Germany | CIF | USD 2,111.51/MT | October 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | Australia | CIF | USD 2,133.61/MT | October 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | China | FOB | USD 2,410.00/MT | September 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | India | CIF | USD 2,518.94/MT | September 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | USA | FOB | USD 1,066.00/MT | September 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | Germany | CIF | USD 2,502.00/MT | September 2026 |
| Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) | Australia | CIF | USD 2,505.62/MT | September 2026 |
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In Germany, the average price of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) fell from ~USD 2,794.75/MT (CIF) in July to ~USD 2,576.59/MT in August, a decline of ~7.8%. European prices peaked in early July, when used cooking oil and hydrogen costs pushed production costs to a record. Values eased in August as SAF traded close to renewable diesel and regional supply grew, with EASA reporting EU SAF supply six times higher in 2025 than in 2024. Prices rose again by late September as the ReFuelEU blending mandate kept compliance demand firm. China rose about 1.2%, from ~USD 2,433.00/MT (FOB) to ~USD 2,463.00/MT, while the USA climbed about 3.8%, from ~USD 1,043.30/MT (FOB) to ~USD 1,083.40/MT. In Asia, demand stayed limited by weak policy support, but export interest grew ahead of mandatory CORSIA reporting from 2027. In the US, higher fossil jet fuel costs and strong renewable fuel margins supported prices, though federal credit values fell in late August on regulatory uncertainty.
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According to Procurement Resource, in the near term, SAF prices are likely to stay firm as mandates expand and feedstock costs remain high, though growing supply may limit increases.
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In China, the average SAF price was USD 2510/MT (FOB) in June. India recorded an average price of USD 2598/MT (CIF) during June. During Q2 2026, Asian Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) markets strengthened through May and early June before easing toward quarter-end. The early-quarter firmness reflected high used cooking oil and hydrogen costs, limited commercial production and increasing policy-led demand from airlines. China continued expanding its role as a regional SAF supplier, supported by growing processing capacity and access to used cooking oil feedstock. Supply from China also became increasingly competitive for international buyers, encouraging greater export interest. India moved closer to commercial adoption after SAF-blended aviation fuel was formally brought within the regulated aviation-fuel framework, improving the basis for future blending and procurement. By late June, improved Asian availability and weaker conventional energy markets reduced some outright pressure, although SAF remained structurally expensive because of feedstock, conversion and certification costs.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is a low carbon alternative to conventional jet fuel made from renewable feedstocks such as waste oils, lipids, agricultural residues, and biomass. SAF reduces lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional fossil jet fuel. It is drop in compatible with existing aircraft engines and fueling infrastructure, enabling airlines to lower carbon impact without changing fleet or fueling systems.
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Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is produced by : converting renewable feedstocks such as used cooking oil, agricultural residues, and municipal waste through pathways like HEFA (Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids), FT (Fischer Tropsch), and Alcohol to Jet (ATJ). Renewable hydrogen and catalytic upgrading create hydrocarbon molecules similar to kerosene, yielding drop in jet fuel that meets aviation specifications and sustainability criteria.
SAF is used primarily to power commercial and military aircraft in place of conventional jet fuel. It supports airlines’ decarbonization goals and contributes to compliance with environmental regulations and emissions reduction targets. SAF also plays a role in corporate sustainability programs and carbon offset strategies within the aviation sector.
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