Mexico intends to produce its own sustainable aviation fuel by 2030. Julio Diaz Cruz of the National Chamber of Air Transport says success will depend on industry stakeholders collaborating effectively. Cruz said Mexico’s Federal Civil Aviation Agency is leading the development of a National SAF Roadmap.
The document, expected by the end of this year, will outline key actions, including research and development, economic incentives, and other important factors. A study published last year estimated that Mexico would need approximately $49 billion in U.S. investments between 2025 and 2050 to develop at least one SAF production facility. Mexico Business News said the project will require an additional $204 billion in regional investments from countries like Colombia, Chile, and Ecuador. However, it will only be successful with economic incentives instead of mandates. David Ortiz of Aeromexico says Europe is using incentives instead of mandates, and they’re proving difficult to implement.
