Sydney Airport Sees Strong Public Backing for SAF Production

A study commissioned by Sydney Airport has found that Australians strongly support the development of a domestic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry. The research, published on March 12, 2026, reveals that nearly 70% of Australians support the use of SAF, with a clear preference for domestically-produced fuel. The strongest motivator is reducing aircraft emissions, followed by the use of renewable Australian resources. Sydney Airport CEO Scott Charlton emphasized the significant opportunity for Australia to develop a new regional industry focused on SAF. The airport is participating in the Bioenergy Australia Renewable Fuels Summit to examine the role of renewable and low-carbon liquid fuels in supporting emissions reduction, fuel security, and domestic manufacturing.