Lufthansa strengthens Efuel Alliance for sustainable flight fuels in Berlin

A swing for the environment and aviation: Deutsche Lufthansa AG is now a proud member of Efuel Alliance! This Union is committed to the development and high run of renewable flight fuels (SAF) to make aviation more environmentally friendly. Every step counts and Lufthansa becomes part of an important project that brings all the actors in the industry together!

With this crucial membership, Lufthansa laid a foundation stone to combine the votes of everyone involved on the way to more sustainable flight fuels. Kay Lindemann, the head of the corporate strategy at Lufthansa, explains: "Sustainable flight fuels are the key to decarbonizing air traffic. But the market remains behind its possibilities." The production of biogenic SAF is currently limited and expensive, while electrical-based kerosine production only takes place in test systems. It is high time to end this standstill!

strategic partnership for renewable energies

Ralf Diemer, General Manager of Efuel Alliance, emphasizes: "With this membership structure we create a fertile breeding ground and strengthen public and political perception of renewable fuels." The integration of Lufthansa as an active partner brings a breath of fresh air to the fight against the climate crisis and promotes the industrialization of e-kerosine!

All eyes are directed towards aviation because it is the only sector with binding odds for renewable fuels. But Lindemann warns: "The high costs for SAF represent a massive competitive disadvantages for EU airlines!" The pressure is great to find a solution to make international competition more fairer.

financing instruments and competitive pressure

At European level, there are already important initiatives such as the "Hydrogen Bank" and the "Innovation Fund" to boost the production of efuels. But this frame is not enough. Diemer demands the urgently needed implementation mechanisms: "We have to find the right solutions that combine environmental friendliness with market opportunities!" Time is ripe to offer more support for the airlines in order not to lose global competition.

The aviation industry is at a turning point. With the access announcement of Lufthansa in Efuel Alliance, a new chapter in the fight for a more sustainable future begins. The members are ready to work together to develop practical solutions that secure both climate protection and competitiveness of European airlines. It remains exciting how these developments will develop!