Akasa Air and BPCL Partner to Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel Adoption in India

New Delhi, July 15, 2026: Akasa Air and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development and adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India. The partnership aims to strengthen the country's SAF ecosystem while supporting India's decarbonization goals and aligning with global aviation sustainability frameworks, including the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) CORSIA mandate.

Under the agreement, the two organisations will establish a framework for the supply and offtake of SAF-blended Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) at designated airports across India. The collaboration will also focus on sharing indicative demand forecasts to support production planning and enabling a phased increase in SAF blending as the domestic ecosystem evolves.

In addition, Akasa Air and BPCL will work together on knowledge sharing, policy advocacy and engagement with government and industry stakeholders to support the long-term development of India's sustainable aviation fuel ecosystem.

Commenting on the partnership, Ankur Goel, Chief Financial Officer, Akasa Air, said: "At Akasa Air, sustainability is one of our core values, shaping decisions we make across our business. Since inception, we have focused on building a modern, efficient airline through next-generation aircraft, technology and responsible practices on ground and in air. Our collaboration with BPCL builds on this foundation by strengthening our operational readiness for Sustainable Aviation Fuel and supporting the development of the supply ecosystem in India."

Subhankar Sen, Director (Marketing), BPCL, said: “BPCL is committed to providing comprehensive fuel solutions to the aviation sector through reliable supply, operational excellence and innovation. We have undertaken several digital transformation initiatives, including our state-of-the-art automation platform ‘Be-Winged’, to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency across the aviation fuel business. As India advances towards a low-carbon future, BPCL is actively pursuing multiple green energy initiatives and is committed to supporting the aviation industry's decarbonization journey through sustainable and innovative energy solutions.”

The MoU was signed by Sujit Kumar, Chief General Manager – Marketing (Aviation), BPCL, and Ankur Goel, Chief Financial Officer, Akasa Air, in the presence of Subhankar Sen, Director (Marketing), BPCL, Sanjeev Kumar, Business Head – Aviation, BPCL, and senior leaders from both organisations.

Akasa Air said sustainability has been embedded in its operations since its inception. The airline operates a fleet of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, which reduce fuel consumption and emissions by up to 20% compared to previous-generation aircraft. It has also adopted digital fuel management solutions and introduced operational measures such as discontinuing ceremonial water-cannon salutes, conserving more than 530,000 litres of water to date.