23 – 25 November 2026
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
2026 Agenda
The full three-day programme for SAF APAC Congress 2026 is here. Explore keynotes, masterclasses, country roundtables and dual-stream deep dives — built to turn Asia Pacific’s SAF ambition into commercial reality.
The 2026 Programme
Three days of high-impact content, shaping SAF across APAC
From a dedicated masterclass and networking day to two full conference days of keynotes, panels and country-by-country roundtables — the SAF APAC Congress 2026 agenda convenes the entire aviation and energy value chain to accelerate regional decarbonisation.
09:00
Masterclass
Asia Pacific’s SAF Readiness: The Realities of Aviation Decarbonisation
- Assessing today’s policy landscape and the outlook for scaling SAF across Asia Pacific
- Identifying the biggest barriers to SAF scale-up across Asia Pacific — and how the industry can overcome them
- Taking stock of the last 12 months of Asia Pacific SAF ambition: progress, setbacks and what comes next
10:00
Masterclass
Global Policy Outlook: Analysing SAF markets across the world and the interconnectedness with the Asia Pacific market
- Evaluating ReFuelEU Aviation obligations, penalties and the impact on global markets
- How is the Asia Pacific market responding to ReFuelEU Aviation?
- The impact of global airlines for compliance, reporting and penalties
11:00
Networking Deep DiveAn extended break to connect, exchange insights and explore partnership opportunities
11:45
Masterclass
Asia Pacific’s Feedstock Overview: An insight into the latest feedstock availability and prospects for future pathways
- Providing a comprehensive overview of feedstock availability across Asia-Pacific: current supply dynamics, sustainability constraints and emerging technologies
- The evolution of future feedstock pathways: assessing regional competitiveness, ILUC and competition for future fuels
- Detailing which feedstocks are most scalable in Asia Pacific: waste oils, agricultural residues, palm oil, used cooking oil, algae and novel biomass
- Asia Pacific feedstock availability by region: how does feedstock availability differ by region
12:30
Masterclass
Taking Projects to Commercial Scale: What does it take to create a SAF refinery?
- What progress has been made in the last 12 months in SAF production?
- Comparing technologies across Asia Pacific: which technologies will reach scale, and which will face bottlenecks?
- Project case studies: how can SAF projects become a commercial reality?
1:15
Networking LunchExtended networking break to collaborate, share insights and explore partnership opportunities
2:30
Masterclass
Asia Pacific’s eSAF Roadmap: Building a Competitive eSAF Market
- Highlighting the importance of policy engagement needed to scale eFuel ambitions
- Evaluating technical policies and investment frameworks to scale sustainable fuels from eSAF to synthetic methane
- Addressing sustainability certification frameworks for eSAF: what is needed to ensure industry credibility and the impact across the value chain
3:30
Roundtable
Financing Roundtable: Mobilising Capital for SAF and Aviation Decarbonisation
- How do producers view and compare project finance, blended finance and private equity funding routes?
- What does it take to make a SAF project bankable?
- Case studies on how financiers approach key risks and engage in projects from early-stage concept to investible opportunities
- What does it take for the finance industry to commit to a SAF project and achieve Final Investment Decision?
4:15
End of Masterclass and Networking Day
7:30
Registration & Coffee — Networking Zone OpensGrab a coffee and start conversations with future partners from across the industry
KeynotesPolicy, Market Outlook & Regional Collaboration
8:30
Welcome Address and Opening Remarks from Sustainable Aviation Futures and Chairperson
8:45
Panel Discussion
Asia Pacific’s SAF Progress: Updates on policies, national SAF roadmaps and financing the energy transition
- Market outlook and regional demand signals: how can the industry turn proposed SAF objectives into actionable outcomes?
- How can Singapore’s October 2026 levy set the tone for industry acceleration, and how has its delay impacted industry perceptions on SAF?
- What is driving SAF adoption in Asia Pacific? Mapping regional SAF markets across the region
- How are policies and regional frameworks unlocking financing for project development?
9:30
Panel Discussion
Executive Leadership Panel: From Ambition to Delivery — How is the industry accelerating SAF supply and decarbonisation
- Does the industry require policy alignment to accelerate regional collaboration?
- Current SAF supply versus projected aviation demand: insights into permitting, infrastructure and refinery integration in the established energy ecosystem
- How can the industry balance long-term net-zero goals with immediate operational realities?
- Are the industry balancing accountability and transparency in aviation decarbonisation commitments?
10:15
Government Keynote
Government keynote session — Exploring policy alignment and regulatory frameworks across Asia Pacific
- Government leadership in aviation decarbonisation
10:30
Networking Deep DiveExtended networking break to collaborate, share insights and explore partnership opportunities
11:15
Panel Discussion
Asia Pacific’s SAF feedstock debate: Which production pathways will build Asia’s SAF supply chain of the future?
- Which feedstocks offer the greatest near-term and long-term SAF potential across Asia Pacific?
- Comparing regional opportunity for agricultural residues, UCO, Municipal Solid Waste, pongamia and forestry residues
- Building scalable regional supply chains: which markets are best positioned to become SAF feedstock hubs?
- Which feedstock pathways will Asia Pacific prioritise when developing SAF ambitions?
12:00
Industry Presentation
Designing the Ideal SAF Plant: Site location, commercial structures and EPC partnerships
12:20
Panel Discussion
The eSAF opportunity in Asia Pacific: Creating a market to move eSAF facilities from pilot phase to commercial deployment
- Unlocking investment and bankability: how developers, governments and financiers can structure long-term offtake agreements
- Examining the renewable energy capacity, hydrogen supply chains, CO² sourcing and regional collaboration needed to establish a competitive APAC eFuel market
1:00
Networking Lunch & 1-2-1 Meetings
AfternoonTwo Focused Streams
Stream 1
Scaling SAF: Technological developments, feedstock opportunity and creating project certainty
2:00 – 2:40Industry perspectives on project pipelines, repurposing existing infrastructure and accelerating production capabilities across Asia PacificStrategic Insights Roundtable
2:40 – 3:20Feedstocks deep dive: Exploring HEFA, Alcohol-to-Jet and future feedstocks driving APAC’s SAF progressIndustry Insights Fireside Chat
3:20 – 3:40Collaborative action across the industry: Which partnerships are proving most effective in scaling SAF production and adoption across Asia-Pacific?Presentation
Stream 2
SAF Logistics and Aviation Decarbonisation: Competing industries, offtake agreements and scaling supply
2:00 – 2:40Asia Pacific as an Export and Green Trade Hub: Scaling Supply, Logistics and CertificationStrategic Insight Roundtable
2:40 – 3:20Book and Claim in Asia Pacific: Accelerating sustainability through market-based solutionsIndustry Insights Fireside Chat
3:20 – 3:40Asia Pacific’s certification standards: Comparing global adherence, creating industry traceability and conformityPresentation
3:40
Afternoon Structured Networking Break
Stream 1
Scaling SAF — continued
4:20 – 5:20Future technologies quick-fire showcase: Assessing the emerging technologies shaping sustainable aviationFast-paced presentations from SAF technology start-ups, feedstock innovators and digital emissions platforms
Stream 2
SAF Logistics & Decarbonisation — continued
4:20 – 4:50The Future Fuels Competition and aligning sustainability progress: How does SAF compare to advancing marine, road transport and future fuels industries?Strategic Insight Presentation
4:50 – 5:20CORSIA in Asia-Pacific’s aviation market: Driving compliance, investment and growthHow is CORSIA influencing decarbonisation strategy, and preparing for the transition from offsets to emissions reductions
5:20
Networking DrinksTaking place in the networking zone — grab a drink and connect with the industry
7:30
Registration & Coffee — Networking Zone OpensGrab a coffee and exchange business cards with future partners across the industry
KeynotesMarket Conditions to Accelerate SAF Uplift
8:30
Welcome Address and Opening Remarks from Sustainable Aviation Futures and Chairperson
8:45
Panel Discussion
The Geopolitical Impact of SAF: International policy landscapes, impact of supply restrictions and tariffs on energy security
- SAF as a strategic energy issue: how is SAF becoming part of national energy security strategies?
- Why are governments increasingly viewing SAF production as a strategic industrial priority?
- What impact do the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act, ReFuelEU Aviation and emerging APAC mandates have on investment flows?
- How have conversations shifted to energy security and independence over the last 12 months?
9:30
Panel Discussion
Asia Pacific SAF Supply and Demand Outlook: How will Asia Pacific reach 5% SAF use by 2030?
- Where does Asia Pacific currently stand in SAF production and adoption compared to Europe and North America?
- How are the industry addressing major gaps between announced targets and actual production capacity? Is there currently an import reliance?
- The importance of offtake: how can long-term offtake agreements between airlines and fuel producers create demand signals for Asia Pacific’s SAF market?
- Is passengers’ willingness to pay evolving fast enough?
10:10
Industry Presentation
Global SAF Market Outlook: Detailing National Strategies and Policy Advancements
10:30
Networking Deep DiveExtended networking break to collaborate, share insights and explore partnership opportunities
11:15
Panel Discussion
Airline perspectives on sustainability: Impact of global SAF policies, balancing sustainability objectives and the next chapter of SAF
- Customers, cost or communication: what are the biggest influences for an airline when developing sustainability strategies?
- What policy and regulatory support is needed to accelerate SAF deployment in the region?
- What milestones are the industry aiming for ahead of 2030?
- Integrating SAF into airline sustainability strategies: assessing volume commitments and cost pressures on business models
- Evaluating the impact of collaborative procurement models: how are airline alliances and collaborative SAF purchases impacting SAF scale-up?
12:00
Panel Discussion
Investment models for SAF: What does it take to commit to SAF investments, create offtake agreements and discovering financial expectations from the industry
- Breaking down existing project finance models: how can examples be applicable for developing SAF projects?
- What are the current roadblocks to securing finance for SAF projects and how can we overcome them?
- Breaking down the stigma of FOAK (First-Of-A-Kind) development
12:45
Industry Fireside Chat
Creating a business case for SAF: Aligning commercial business strategies with long-term sustainability targets
- How is the industry providing assurances on economics, scalability, investor confidence and stakeholder alignment when communicating the opportunity for SAF?
- Aligning the entire value chain to accelerate SAF scale-up: the importance of long-term offtake agreements, shared-risk models and aligned strategies
- Communicating sustainability objectives to those outside the SAF value chain: how can the industry communicate more effectively?
- Creating industry accountability: what does it take to secure buy-in from energy majors to invest in SAF plants?
1:15
Networking Lunch & 1-2-1 Meetings
AfternoonTwo Focused Streams
Stream 1
Country-by-Country SAF Prospects Roundtables
2:15 – 2:45Singapore’s SAF Ambition: Capacity, Policy Signals and Customer EngagementStrategic Insights Roundtable
2:45 – 3:15Japan’s SAF Strategy: The Policy, Production and Partnerships Powering Asia’s Aviation TransitionStrategic Insights Roundtable
3:15 – 4:00China’s SAF Landscape: Scaling Ambition in the World’s Fastest-Growing Aviation MarketStrategic Insights Panel Discussion
4:00 – 4:45Australia’s SAF Ambition: Unlocking Feedstocks, Energy Security and Regional LeadershipStrategic Insights Panel Discussion
4:30 – 5:00Indonesia’s SAF Ambition: Detailing feedstock accessibility, scalability and production opportunities
Stream 2
Mini Masterclasses: Deep dives and debates on the industry’s most important topics
2:15 – 2:45From emissions reduction to carbon removal: The role of CDR, carbon capture and sequestration in Asia Pacific’s decarbonisation ambitionsMini Masterclass
2:45 – 3:15Scaling SAF through co-processing: Refinery integration, infrastructure and commercial pathwaysMini Masterclass
3:15 – 4:00Future Fuels in Asia Pacific: Scaling certification, accessibility and global supply chainsMini Masterclass
4:00 – 4:30Key challenges in SAF ramp-up and how the industry can address themMini Masterclass
5:00
End of Sustainable Aviation Futures APAC 2026
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