Viva Energy will supply SAF to Australia’s air force
Published on: Nov 23, 2023
The company will fuel the Royal Australian Air Force Roulettes for their first public display as part of its strategic partnership with the Australian Defence Force.
Viva Energy will supply Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to the Royal Australian Air Force Roulettes for their first public display at the Williamtown Air Show.
This pilot project is part of Viva Energy’s role as strategic fuel partner to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) in support of the force’s requirements both locally and internationally. The company is providing technical guidance to the Royal Australian Air Force about its energy transition journey as well as delivering supply of sustainable military grade fuels.
This is an important first step for the ADF as it looks to reduce its environmental impact, by using more sustainable fuel to cut its carbon emissions.
“Viva Energy is very proud of the role it is playing in supporting the ADF via the safe and reliable supply of traditional fuels as well as assisting them with the transition to sustainable fuels that do not compromise capability,” said Richard Xin, Viva Energy’s Defence Business Manager.
For this campaign, SAF was blended at a 30% ratio with conventional jet fuel, with the mobility firm providing the logistical, operational, and product-quality expertise, whilst working closely with ADF personnel.
Viva Energy was able to facilitate supply of the fuel for this project through collaboration with its trading partner Vitol, as well as sustainable fuels manufacturer Neste, which supplied its Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel.
