PTT Global Chemical announced that it has begun manufacturing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Thailand for the first time. Plus, the business stated that during the initial manufacturing phase, it intends to generate six million liters of SAF yearly. The business intends to increase output in the future. It has plans to produce nearly 24 million liters annually. The growth will aid Thailand’s efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Thailand’s SAF and Green Aviation Plans

Toasaporn Boonyapipat, President of PTTGC, highlighted that the commercial production of SAF will help meet the growing demand for renewable energy in the country’s aviation sector.

Thailand’s Energy Ministry is actively seeking methods to integrate SAF into the aviation industry. This will help align the aviation industry with the country’s green aviation goals. The government is to start with a 1% SAF blend from 2026 and increase the blend percentage over subsequent years. The policy represents a country that wants to reduce carbon emissions in aviation and, in this way, spur more sustainable energy solutions.

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SAF Trends in Southeast Asia

Thailand’s move to produce SAF coincides with initiatives of other nations in Southeast Asia that are adopting SAF related agendas. Singapore recently announced its plans to mandate that flights leaving the country must use SAF by 2026. The city-state aims for a 1% SAF blend by that year, with plans to increase it to 3-5% by 2030. Malaysia, too, has outlined plans to produce SAF by 2027.

As more countries in the region embrace SAF, aviation seems to have a more sustainable and eco-friendly future. PTTGC’s entry into the production of SAF propels Thailand as a potential leader in the production of SAF in Southeast Asia. Thailand is making great progress in lowering its carbon footprint and fostering the expansion of its aviation sector by investing in renewable fuel sources like SAF.

Piramal Pharma Limited has achieved a major environmental milestone in its API and intermediates manufacturing plant in Digwal, India, with the successful replacement of its coal fired steam boiler by running on renewable biomass briquettes. The conversion fits within the larger scope of sustainability for the company and is one of the crucial milestones towards reducing the emission of greenhouse gases across all of its facilities.

Savings of 24,000 Tonnes Carbon Annually

This reduction is a giant step toward executing the 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030. Piramal’s foray into sustainable manufacturing shows that the company can work toward producing eco friendly solutions and global climate action effort.

Biomass Briquettes: The Future of Fuels

Using biomass briquettes is another huge step for Piramal towards the sustainability curve. Piramal Pharma has turned its coal fired steam boiler to biomass briquettes, a renewable energy source backing a circular economy. Using biomass briquettes reuses organic waste, reduces landfill, and also offers an eco friendly fuel alternative to coal, which promotes sustainability.

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Peter DeYoung, Chief Executive Officer of Piramal Global Pharma, said, “This transformation at our Digwal facility underscores our commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable operational practices. By transitioning to biomass briquettes, we are significantly reducing our GHG emissions and setting new industry standards for responsible pharmaceutical manufacturing.”

Supporting Global Sustainability Goals

The initiative shows how pharmaceutical companies can drive climate action without compromising operational excellence or business performance. Piramal Pharma’s continued investment in sustainable practices also reflects its dedication to responsible growth and a greener future. Additionally, the Digwal facility conversion demonstrates how industries can balance economic growth with environmental sustainability through process adaptations.