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Singapore Introduces Ticket Levy to Fund Sustainable Aviation Fuel

2/16/2026

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Singapore will impose a levy of 75 cents to $32 per ticket starting October 1, 2026, to fund sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) initiatives.
The levy supports cleaner-burning fuels, often derived from waste, to advance SAF use.
Southeast Asia is emerging as a SAF producer, with Singapore leading and Thailand and Vietnam expanding capabilities.
The International Air Transport Association says government support is needed to sustain SAF production momentum.

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Singapore will impose a levy of 75 cents to $32 per ticket starting October 1, 2026, to fund sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) initiatives.
The levy supports cleaner-burning fuels, often derived from waste, to advance SAF use.
Southeast Asia is emerging as a SAF producer, with Singapore leading and Thailand and Vietnam expanding capabilities.
The International Air Transport Association says government support is needed to sustain SAF production momentum.