A new large-scale energy transition initiative in France aims to accelerate the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), positioning it as a critical pillar of Europe’s low-carbon energy system.
The Rebound project, led by Technip Energies in collaboration with Airbus, Safran and Tereos, is expected to produce 145,000 tonnes of SAF annually using Alcohol-to-Jet technology at the Port of Dunkirk.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) can reduce lifecycle GHG emissions by 80-100% compared to fossil fuels, depending on the production process and feedstock used, according to the SAF Coalition.
As such, it is increasingly viewed not only as an aviation solution, but as a strategic component of the wider energy transition.
The Rebound joint venture will focus on building one of Europe’s largest SAF production facilities, strengthening domestic energy supply while reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels.
