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IATA, ICAO Pledge Closer SAF Cooperation

June 4, 2026

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Key Takeaways

IATA and ICAO will work together on SAF tracking.
The collaboration aims to advance transparency and integrity in SAF progress.
SAF registries and data will support ICAO's LTAG methodology.
The goal is to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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Strategic Implications

This cooperation may indicate a significant step towards accelerating SAF deployment and reducing emissions in the aviation industry. The partnership suggests a commitment to transparency and data-driven decision-making, which could strengthen the industry's credibility and trust among stakeholders.

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What Happened

Aviation Leaders Unite For Sustainable Fuel Tracking

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have announced a joint effort to advance transparency and integrity in tracking progress of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). The collaboration, announced at ICAO Aviation Climate Week, aims to support the implementation of ICAO’s Long-Term Aspirational Goal (LTAG) Monitoring and Reporting (LMR) methodology. According to IATA Director General Willie Walsh, credible tracking of SAF use is necessary to accelerate deployment and build trust among stakeholders. This development was first reported by Aviation Week.

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