BSR launches and delivers first commercial batch of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)

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Attending the event were representatives from provincial authorities, Vietnam Air Petrol Company Limited (Skypec), and BSR leadership.

Launch ceremony and delivery of BSR’s first commercial batch of SAF on June 4, 2025

The initial SAF batch, produced by blending imported Neat SAF with Jet A-1 fuel, totaled 20 - 22m³. Skypec was the first commercial recipient.

Mr. Hoang Thanh Son, Head of BSR's R&D Division, shared that in preparation for this launch, BSR had, over several months, finalized the SAF blending technical plan, upgraded infrastructure at the tank truck loading station and tank farm, and is now ready to blend both small (20 - 100m³) and large (2,000 - 10,000m³) batches for delivery via road and sea.

The company also secured two international certifications - ISCC CORSIA and ISCC EU - on March 31, 2025, and completed all technical documentation and internal procedures TCCS 23:2024-BSR.

A 35% SAF batch (22m³) imported from Europe arrived at the Dung Quat Refinery on May 31, 2025, stored in isotanks and ready for blending and production. BSR has worked closely with airlines and logistics partners such as Skypec to establish a trial SAF supply chain – covering transport, refueling, and quality control at delivery points.

BSR President & CEO Nguyen Viet Thang affirms commitment to SAF commercialization as part of Vietnam’s energy transition strategy

“This event marks the formation of Vietnam’s first closed-loop SAF supply chain – from feedstock import, blending, and quality control to distribution for aviation fuel companies and fueling for both domestic and international flights. According to plan, BSR will expand production to larger-scale batches, aiming for full commercialization by Q4/2025,” said Mr. Hoang Thanh Son, Head of BSR's R&D Division

Speaking at the event, BSR General Director Mr. Nguyen Viet Thang stated: “In response to the global energy transition and Vietnam’s net-zero carbon commitment, BSR has laid out a roadmap to research, develop, and produce this new product line, utilizing available infrastructure. SAF is blended from sustainable blending components (SBC/Neat SAF) and Jet A-1, based on Jet A-1 standards with additional specifications from ASTM D-7566, ensuring suitability for aviation turbine engines. This product is among the key product lines of Petrovietnam.”

The first 5% SAF batch confirms BSR’s technical capability and a fully certified supply chain. It sets a foundation for developing sustainable aviation fuel aligned with international carbon reduction commitments.

“Today’s event affirms Petrovietnam’s determination to implement Resolution 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation. We are proud to be among the pioneering units commercializing SAF, aiming to provide clean energy solutions for both domestic and international airlines,” Mr. Nguyen Viet Thang stated.

Dung Quat Refinery representative hands over SAF product to Skypec, marking Vietnam’s first SAF supply chain

BSR is proud to be one of the pioneers in commercializing SAF, aiming to provide clean energy solutions for both domestic and international airlines

BSR is expanding international cooperation. In March 2025, in the U.S., BSR signed a pre-feasibility study agreement with Kellogg Brown & Root (KBR) – a global leader in engineering and energy technology consultancy. That same month, BSR received ISCC CORSIA and ISCC EU certifications from SGS Germany GmbH - prestigious global credentials for SAF covering blending, production, storage, and commercialization, valid from March 31, 2025, to March 30, 2026.

BSR leadership and partners tour the product delivery area at Dung Quat Refinery

These certifications qualify BSR to export SAF, especially to the EU, which has the world’s strictest sustainability standards. They also affirm BSR’s commitment to green production and enhance its competitiveness in high-standard global markets.

BSR leaders and representatives of relevant units took a commemorative photo at the product loading area of Dung Quat Refinery

During the ceremony, BSR handed over SAF to Skypec, affirming its commitment to Vietnam’s energy transition and building a sustainable refinery model.

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