(Joint Release) JAL and ANA Formulate Second Joint Report on SAF for Net-Zero CO2 Emissions in Aviation by 2050

On May 27, 2026, Japan Airlines (JAL) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) announced the formulation of their second joint report, 'Towards Net-Zero CO2 Emissions in Aviation by 2050,' addressing the current status and challenges of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Five years after the first report in 2021, while efforts toward domestic SAF implementation have progressed, the global environment is changing faster than anticipated, marked by intense competition for raw materials. SAF is currently facing concrete and difficult challenges, such as global fuel shortages and high production costs, making it a national issue beyond the scope of any single company. Both airlines are calling for the construction of a 'Japan-model' that aligns with domestic supply capabilities, drawing lessons from European precedents. Furthermore, through programs that contribute to customers' Scope3 reductions, they are promoting a 'co-creation model' to support the high costs of SAF adoption across society. JAL President Tottori and ANA President Hirasawa expressed their determination to continue working with the government and stakeholders to maintain Japan's aviation infrastructure and pass on a sustainable future to the next generation.