Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas), a Malaysian oil and gas company, has successfully delivered Malaysia’s first blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to KL International Airport (KLIA) for the Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), establishing its in-house capability and readiness to provide continuous, scalable supply in Malaysia.

Locally blended at its blending facilities, the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC)-certified SAF, which meets the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA)-eligible fuel requirements, was delivered directly to KLIA via Malaysian Refining Company’s (MRCSB) multi-product pipeline, ensuring readily available SAF through its integrated supply chain, Petronas said in a statement.

“Petronas recognizes its role in driving the global push towards decarbonization, especially in progressing Malaysia’s net-zero ambition as a key enabler contributing to the development of future fuels,

“Decarbonizing the aviation industry requires reliable pathways, and SAF represents one of the most immediate solutions available today,” said Ahmad Adly Alias, Vice President of Refining, Marketing and Trading, Petronas.

According to him, this pilot project is a strategic long-term investment to build in-house capabilities through advancements in technology and infrastructure, as well as talent development to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions to the firm’s partners and customers.

“This achievement has also effectively positioned us ahead in supporting the government’s targets for SAF under the 13th Malaysia Plan, reinforcing our commitment to national energy security and industrial growth,” he added.

The SAF will be uplifted for Malaysia Airlines’ daily late evening MH2 service from Kuala Lumpur to London between September 1 to 16, 2025, marking a tangible step in integrating SAF into its regular operations.

“MAG is proud to play an active role in advancing sustainable aviation in Malaysia,

“Every flight powered by SAF proves that aviation decarbonization is not just a future ambition, but an achievable reality today, demonstrating that practical and scalable actions can already be taken across operations to significantly reduce emissions,” said Philip See, Group Chief Sustainability Officer of MAG.

“At the same time, strong collaboration across the aviation industry is essential to scale up SAF production, making it more widely available, accessible, and affordable for the industry,

“MAG is encouraged by this progress and remains committed to champion initiatives that accelerate SAF adoption, supporting both Malaysia’s and the global journey towards a greener, more sustainable future for aviation,” he added.

This achievement underscores Petronas’ readiness to pave the way for scalable, cost-efficient SAF supply within Malaysia, backed by end-to-end capability from global procurement and certification to local blending and distribution, all in compliance with rigorous international sustainability standards, said the statement.

As Malaysia’s main gateway, KLIA’s infrastructure enables growth of SAF while supporting the aviation industry to meet the CORSIA requirements.

“The introduction of locally blended SAF at KLIA is a significant milestone in our sustainability journey,

“We are committed to embedding carbon reduction into every aspect of airport operations,” said the Managing Director of Malaysia Airports, Mohd Izani Ghani.

According to him, KLIA’s achievement of Level 3 Airport Carbon Accreditation by ACI reflects the progress it is making, and this collaboration to enable SAF availability further strengthens its role in supporting airlines as they decarbonize.

“Together with our partners, we are building the ecosystem that will allow Malaysia’s airports to grow sustainably while contributing to the country’s net-zero aspiration and ensuring our gateways remain resilient and future-ready,” he added.

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