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DHL signs sustainable aviation fuel supply deal with SAF One in Bahrain

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Posted on May 12, 2026

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DHL Secures Long-Term Sustainable Aviation Fuel Supply Deal with SAF One in Bahrain

DHL Group Signs Sustainable Aviation Fuel Agreement

Overview of the Agreement

May 12 (Reuters) - DHL Group said on Tuesday it signed a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply agreement with the SAF One production facility in Bahrain.

Details of the Supply Deal

The deal will grant its subsidiary DHL Express long term access to 25,000 metric tons of unblended SAF per year, the group said in a statement.

Long-Term Impact and Timeline

This represents a total of 250,000 metric tons over a 10-year term from start of production, planned in 2028, it said.

Support for Sustainability Goals

The agreement supports DHL's target to increase SAF use to 30% by 2030.

(Reporting by Linda Pasquini, Editing by Friederike Heine)

Key Takeaways

  • Long‑term supply agreement ensures 250,000 tonnes of unblended SAF over 10 years starting Q4 2028, bolstering DHL Express’s fuel security.
  • The deal aligns with DHL Group’s broader sustainability Roadmap to achieve more than 30% SAF blending in air transport by 2030 (group.dhl.com).
  • SAF One’s project is backed by significant investment (up to US $30 million) aimed at accelerating SAF production capacity in the Middle East (saf-one.co).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of DHL's sustainable aviation fuel agreement with SAF One?
The agreement spans a 10-year term starting from the planned production date in 2028.
How much sustainable aviation fuel will DHL receive annually from SAF One?
DHL will receive 25,000 metric tons of unblended SAF per year.
What is DHL's target for sustainable aviation fuel usage by 2030?
DHL aims to increase its use of sustainable aviation fuel to 30% by 2030.
Which DHL subsidiary is involved in the SAF agreement?
DHL Express is the subsidiary granted long-term access to the sustainable aviation fuel supply.

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