Haffner Energy and Luxaviation Forge Long-Term Partnership to Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Europe

Haffner Energy, a leader in solid biomass-to-clean fuel solutions, has solidified its partnership with Luxaviation Group, a prominent figure in the global business aviation sector, through an ambitious non-exclusive 15-year offtake agreement. This strategic alliance is designed to enhance the production and promotion of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across Europe, a move announced by both companies in a joint statement.

The collaboration began earlier this year when Luxaviation expressed interest in Haffner’s SAF-focused initiative, SAF Zero. This agreement marks a pivotal transition from concept to action for Luxaviation, as it secures a long-term supply of SAF.

Patrick Hansen, CEO of Luxaviation Group, underscored the significance of this commitment, stating that it not only ensures operational investment but also reinforces the firm’s dedication to clients and the future of the aviation industry. He noted that this partnership establishes a new benchmark for business aviation, aiming to accelerate the scalability of sustainable fuel production throughout Europe.

Haffner Energy’s co-founder and CEO, Philippe Haffner, expressed optimism about the partnership, highlighting that the offtake agreement is crucial for financing SAF projects in Europe. With long-term agreements in place, Haffner anticipates the stability needed to secure funding for their production facilities, ensuring a steady market for SAF over the coming years.

Based in France, Haffner Energy boasts over three decades of experience in designing, manufacturing, and operating innovative clean fuel technologies. Their proprietary thermolysis technology supports the production of SAF from a variety of biomass residues, including agricultural and municipal waste. The company has already initiated several SAF projects, with full-scale production anticipated by 2030, coinciding with the next phase of the European SAF mandate, which requires airlines to blend SAF at a minimum ratio of 6%.

Both Haffner Energy and Luxaviation are also active members of Project Skypower, a CEO-led initiative committed to accelerating the development and adoption of SAF. As Luxaviation operates one of the world's largest private aircraft fleets, its commitment to decarbonizing aviation encompasses improving fuel efficiency, increasing SAF utilization, and investing in electrification of ground operations. This partnership, marked by the launch of the Go to Zero investment fund, aims to foster the growth of SAF production, reinforcing the industry's shift toward sustainability.