The California Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Committee’s Subcommittee 2 on Resources, Environmental Protection and Energy on April 9 heard testimony focused on California. Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed SAF tax credit.
XCF Global Inc. on April 9 announced that the conversion of its New Rise Renewables Reno plant remains on schedule. The company currently expects the SAF facility could begin commissioning in early June.
Metafuels’ Dutch subsidiary, Metafuels Nederland B.V., has been awarded a €1.92 million grant to support the the continued development of its Turbe synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) project in the Port of Rotterdam.
Zemo Partnership launches RFAS Aviation to strengthen the verification of SAF traceability in the UK
Zemo Partnership on March 30 announced the launch of RFAS Aviation, a new voluntary assurance scheme designed to provide independent verification of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across the U.K. supply chain.
2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo surpasses 1,000 attendees, demonstrates continued industry growth
By BBI International
April 08, 2026
The 2026 International Biomass Conference & Expo, produced by Biomass Magazine and organized by BBI International, successfully concluded after three days of in-depth discussions, technology showcases, and high-value networking opportunities.
XCF Global Inc. on April 6 announced an agreement with Axens North America Inc. that is anticipated to enable XCF to deploy its proprietary modular refinery design and engineering blueprint in combination with Axens Vegan process
The U.S. Energy Information Administration increased its forecast for 2027 renewable diesel and production in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook. The forecast for the production of “other biofuels,” including SAF, was maintained.
Velocys and Varhad Capital Pvt Ltd. on April 6 announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to advance a new generation of biomass-to-sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) projects in India.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers on April 2 signed a bill that authorizes up to $120 million in tax credits to support a biorefinery project that aims to convert woody biomass into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
MAIRE announces that Nextchem, through its subsidiary KT Tech, has been awarded a contract for early engineering works and proprietary equipment supply for a SAF plant under development in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia.
On April 1, the European Investment Bank and Eni signed a 15-year loan for €500 million to convert selected units of Eni’s Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi refinery, located in the Italian province of Pavia, into a biorefinery.
XCF Global Inc.’s biorefinery located near Reno, Nevada, could resume sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production during the second quarter of 2026, according to an annual report filed with the U.S. SEC on March 31.
Sustainable Molecules Ltd. and Velocys have commissioned a Fischer–Tropsch syncrude production system demonstrating that SuMo's waste-derived syngas can be converted into the liquid hydrocarbon precursors needed to produce SAF.
Neste has published its annual Green Finance Report for 2025. The report demonstrates the company’s commitment to producing renewable fuels and thereby mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy.
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore on March 25 announced it will delay implementation of the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) levy due to “the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on airlines and passengers.”
The U.K. Department of Energy Security and Net Zero on March 23 opened a public comment period seeking stakeholder input on options for the treatment of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) under the U.K. Emissions Trading Scheme.
SHEIN, a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, has signed an agreement with DHL to adopt its GoGreen Plus service, supporting the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) within air cargo logistics.
The U.S. EPA on March 27 finalized the 2026 and 2027 RFS RVOs at levels higher than originally proposed. The increase is attributed to the decision delay implementation of provisions penalizing imported fuels and feedstocks until 2028 or later.
OMV has partnered with Technical University of Leoben to establish a one-of-a-kind research facility where various process routes to manufacture sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) are being researched and developed.
The Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Coalition, a nonpartisan group of more than 50 organizations spanning the sustainable aviation fuel value chain, convened in Washington, D.C. on March 25 for its second annual D.C. Fly-In.
The RFA, Growth Energy, Clean Fuels Alliance America and the SAF Coalition on March 25 joined more 20 state and national ag groups in urging the Trump Administration to make the upcoming 45Z regulations workable for farmers.
XCF Global Inc. on March 23 issued a statement on the ongoing disruption to global aviation fuel markets caused by the Middle East conflict. As jet fuel and SAF prices surge to historic levels, XCF Global said domestic SAF production can help.
Gevo Inc. on March 24 highlighted the strategic value of its intellectual property portfolio. and reference potential growth opportunities created by its proprietary technology platform for SAF, other renewable hydrocarbons and chemicals.
EcoCeres Inc. has launched a SAF pilot program in China, codenamed “Project Spark. The milestone is a step forward for the country’s independent sustainability certification and environmental credit framework for SAF.
Sumitomo Corporation do Brasil and Cemvita Inc. on March 18 announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on integrated bio-methane (renewable natural gas, RNG) and renewable bio-oil (FermOil) projects in Brazil.
DHL Express has signed an agreement with Malaysia Aviation Group for the use of DHL’s GoGreen Plus service. The partnership enables MAG to reduce the GHG emissions through investment in SAF used within DHL’s air network.
Nearly 1.65 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in February, down 10% when compared to the same month of last year. Total RIN generation for the first two months of 2026 reached 3.44 billion, down 2% when compared to the same period of 2025.
FatHopes Energy, in collaboration with Bin Zayed International Group, has appointed Technip Energies to undertake the technical feasibility study for its proposed sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery.
Agendas released for co-located events at 42nd Annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo
By BBI International
March 18, 2026
Produced by BBI International, the Sustainable Fuels Summit, Carbon Capture & Storage Summit and Ethanol 101 expand FEW into a comprehensive platform for biofuels innovation, carbon management and industry education.
Universal Fuel Technologies’ has announced its Flexiforming technology successfully converts HEFA-derived naphtha into synthetic aromatic kerosene that, when blended with paraffinic SAF, creates a fully synthetic jet fuel.
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