EVA Air, Airbus partner on SAF development
Taiwan based EVA Air has teamed up with Airbus on a collaborative effort aimed at increasing sustainable aviation fuel development
The announcement was made during a ceremony in Taipei to celebrate EVA Air’s order of 18 long-range A350-1000 and 15 single-aisle A321neo aircraft.
Recognising SAF as a critical pathway to decarbonisation, the joint agreement lays the foundation for the two companies to explore avenues for decarbonisation over the next two years.
“Fuel efficiency, carbon reduction and cabin comfort have become major considerations for airline fleet modernisation. Both companies are working closely in a strategic partnership,” said Clay Sun, President, EVA Air.
“The aircraft orders elevate the partnership we have with EVA Air to a whole new level. The A350-1000 is the undisputed choice in the large capacity intercontinental segment, with an environmental signature superior to any aircraft in its class,” said Christian Scherer, CEO, Airbus Commercial Aircraft.
Working closely with EVA Air, Airbus will analyse potential contributions of various measures based on current and future routes, as well as operational practices.
The two parties will also study the required measures to prepare for the uptake of sustainable aviation fuel on commercial flights, and manage SAF certification.
EVA Air has joined other Asian carriers in committing to the Net Zero 2050 target.
The new fleet will enable an immediate reduction in fuel burn and CO2 emissions of up to 25% as compared to previous generation aircraft.
In August 2023 EVA Air performed its first passenger flight from Haneda Airport to Songshan Airport using a 40% SAF blend.
Related News Stories:
Related News Stories: EVA Air and Airbus establish sustainability cooperation - EVA Air ... EVA Air, Airbus partner on SAF development EVA Air, Airbus join forces for SAF adoption | SAF Investor EVA Air, Aibus sign deal to boost SAF cooperation : The Daily Digest EVA Air, Airbus Unite for Green Aviation Future - Bangkok Post Airbus enters partnerships with airlines Wizz and EVA to help ... Eva Air Celebrates New Airbus Order for A350, A321neo and ... Airbus and TotalEnergies Sign a Strategic Partnership in ... Air New Zealand seeks innovators in global search for sustainable ... PRESS – Korn PR – Tanja Rosenberger
TravelMole Editorial Team
Editor for TravelMole North America and Asia pacific regions. Ray is a highly experienced (15+ years) skilled journalist and editor predominantly in travel, hospitality and lifestyle working with a huge number of major market-leading brands. He has also cover in-depth news, interviews and features in general business, finance, tech and geopolitical issues for a select few major news outlets and publishers.
Vegas’s Billion-Dollar Secrets – What They Don’t Want Tourists to Know
Visit Florida’s New CEO Bryan Griffin Shares His Vision for State Tourism with Graham
Chicago’s Tourism Renaissance: Graham Interviews Kristin Reynolds of Choose Chicago
Graham Talks with Cassandra McCauley of MMGY NextFactor About the Latest Industry Research
Destination International’s Andreas Weissenborn: Research, Advocacy, and Destination Impact
Graham and Don Welsh Discuss the Success of Destinations International’s Annual Conference
Graham and CEO Andre Kiwitz on Ventura Travel’s UK Move and Recruitment for the Role
Brett Laiken and Graham Discuss Florida’s Tourism Momentum and Global Appeal
Graham and Elliot Ferguson on Positioning DC as a Cultural and Inclusive Global Destination
Graham Talks to Fraser Last About His England-to-Ireland Trek for Mental Health Awareness
Kathy Nelson Tells Graham About the Honour of Hosting the World Cup and Kansas City’s Future
Graham McKenzie on Sir Richie Richardson’s Dual Passion for Golf and His Homeland, Antigua
ADS PRO 
France prepares for a massive strike across all transports on September 18
Turkish tourism stalls due to soaring prices for accommodation and food
CCS Insight: eSIMs ready to take the travel world by storm
Germany new European Entry/Exit System limited to a single airport on October 12, 2025
Airlines suspend Madagascar services following unrest and army revolt