The 2024 Farnborough Airshow was the scene of a major announcement from aerospace giant Airbus. The company announced its commitment to the future by making a significant investment in LanzaJet.
Airbus opts for sustainable fuel at Farnborough Airshow 2024
At the prestigious Farnborough Airshow 2024Airbus has announced a significant investment in the American company LanzaJet. This company specializes in the production of sustainable fuels for aviation, marking a new turning point for the future of the aeronautics industry.
LanzaJet and the Alcohol-To-Jet (ATJ) process: what's it all about?
LanzaJet stands out for its innovative process, known as theAlcohol-To-Jet (ATJ). This technology converts low-carbon biothanol into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)This will significantly reduce the industry's carbon emissions.
A dedicated biorefinery in Georgia
The biorefinery at Freedom Pines Fuels in Soperton, Georgia, represents LanzaJet's main initiative. This site is dedicated to the transformation of biothanol into SAF, enhancing the production of more environmentally-friendly fuels.
Key project partners
Since its launch in 2020, LanzaJet has attracted investment from prestigious partners, including:
- The US Department of Energy
- All Nippon Airways (ANA)
- Shell
- British Airways
- Microsoft
- Bill Gates' Breakthrough Energy
- Southwest Airlines
- Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group
- ADP Group
Airbus' vision for sustainable aviation
Julie Kitcherdirector of sustainable development at Airbus, emphasized that sustainable aviation fuels are essential for decarbonizing aviation. She reiterated Airbus' commitment to working with energy technology providers to promote innovation in the SAF field.
A promising future for SAF
LanzaJet is now starting commercial production of SAF, with an initial capacity of 38 million liters a year. This breakthrough opens up prospects for greener aviation.
Quick summary: Airbus and LanzaJet at the Farnborough Airshow 2024
| Event | Key Development |
| Farnborough Airshow 2024 | Investment at LanzaJet |
| Technology in the spotlight | Alcohol-To-Jet (ATJ) |
| Initial production capacity | 38 million liters per year |
| Technology suppliers | Visibility and innovation in SAF |
Airbus' commitment to invest in LanzaJet at Farnborough 2024 is a milestone for the future of sustainable aviation fuels.
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