Draft SAF policy proposes 90% local fuel use for airlines
In short
A draft SAF policy proposes that international airlines use 90% local fuel uplift, and it also mentions financial and tax support. The summary says Indian and foreign scheduled carriers would face this anti-tankering rule.
This could affect airline fuel sourcing and costs, but the reporting does not say when the draft was issued or whether it is approved.
What the reporting says
A draft SAF policy proposes a 90 per cent local fuel uplift for international airlines and also backs financial and tax support. The publisher summary says Indian and foreign scheduled carriers would face the proposed anti-tankering obligation. The reporting does not say when the draft was issued, who drafted it, or whether the proposal has been approved.
Why it matters
A draft sustainable aviation fuel policy proposes a 90 per cent local fuel uplift requirement for international airlines, according to the publisher summary. It also supports financial and tax measures, and would apply to Indian and foreign scheduled carriers through an anti-tankering obligation. The reporting does not specify the policy maker, implementation timeline, or the size of any support measures.