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🌍 “Decarbonisation is our licence to operate” - Julie Kitcher, Airbus 🎤 At the forefront of the Sustainable Skies World Summit 2024, industry leaders converged to propel the vision of hydrogen-powered flight, crucial for achieving net-zero emissions in aviation, which accounts for more than 2-3% of global emissions. Shashank Nigam ✈ suggests this is more like 22% by 2050. 🔹 Julie Kitcher, Airbus’ Chief Sustainability Officer, delivered a powerful message, emphasising the need for concrete actions toward hydrogen-powered aircraft by 2035. Airbus plans include a commercial narrowbody aircraft with about 100 seats and operational ranges of 1000-2000 nautical miles, aiming for a program launch post-2026/27 downselect. Kitcher highlighted the ambitious project of establishing 37 hydrogen hubs, underlining a commitment to overcome infrastructure, certification, and regulatory challenges with a proactive stance: “Let’s not say it’s impossible.” 🔹 Brian Moran of Boeing discussed derisking strategies in aviation, from the 787 EcoDemonstor advancements, adding learning potential of liquid hydrogen fuel, learned from their Madrid research center and historical innovations like the Phantom Eye. 🔹 The conversation also included insights from Sean Doyle of British Airways and Shai Weiss of Virgin Atlantic, who discussed the pragmatic timelines and challenges of scaling hydrogen for large aircraft and long-haul flights. 🌐 With a collective focus on the critical decade ahead, the panel underlined that the actions we take by 2030 are pivotal for meeting the 2050 Net Zero goal. As Julie Kitcher aptly put it, “What we do by 2030 matters, as we have to increase the pace to achieve Net Zero. 2030 is the day after tomorrow - 2050 is the day after tomorrow and the day after that!” Join us in supporting this transformative journey towards a sustainable aviation future. The opportunity to act is now, and it’s up to us to take it! #SustainableAviation #HydrogenPower #NetZero #InnovationInFlight #Airbus #Boeing #BritishAirways #VirginAtlantic #ZeroE #SSWS2024

🚨 The Clock Is Ticking for Aviation’s Climate Action 🚨 Since 1960, commercial aviation has delivered tens of thousands of aircraft, emitting a massive 33 billion tonnes of CO2 over the decades. Now, with only 18 billion tonnes left in our global “net-zero budget,” the pressure is on for a sustainable shift in the industry. The Cirium Fleet Forecast projects 45,900 new aircraft to be delivered over the next 20 years, driving growth across Asia, North America, and beyond. But with this growth comes a huge responsibility: How can the aviation industry balance expansion with urgent climate goals? 🌍 What steps do we need to prioritise—fuel innovation, fleet efficiency, policy changes? 👇 Let’s share ideas, innovations, and a call to action for a net-zero future. (Inspired by Dan Rutherford’s call for change and the latest Cirium Fleet Forecast.) #SustainableAviation #COP29 #Aviation #CO2 #nonCO2 Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA) Aerospace Technology Institute #Hydrogen #Moonshot <source: https://lnkd.in/ei5mH6GP And https://lnkd.in/eKFyiua8>

✈️ 2024 Cirium Fleet Forecast Insights: Charting the Next 20 Years in #Aviation ✈️ Cirium’s latest Fleet Forecast offers a comprehensive outlook on the aviation industry’s growth trajectory from 2024 to 2043. Over the next two decades, 45,900 new aircraft deliveries are projected—worth a remarkable $3.3 trillion. This includes both passenger and freighter jets, highlighting robust industry expansion even as we address critical supply chain challenges and evolving sustainability mandates. 🔹 Market Recovery & Growth: The global fleet has surpassed pre-Covid levels, with single-aisle aircraft leading this recovery (up 13% from 2020). However, long-haul international flights, particularly in Asia-Pacific, are taking longer to rebound. 🔹 Regional Growth Insights: Asia will dominate with 45% of deliveries, driven largely by China and India. North America, Europe, and the Middle East will also see significant growth, reflecting varied regional demand patterns. 🔹 Sustainability & Future Tech: The report anticipates continued reliance on conventional propulsion, with “so called Sustainable Aviation Fuel” (SAF) playing a growing role. It also suggests the potential for hybrid and unconventional engines (like open-fan architectures) in the latter part of the forecast period, though electric or #hydrogen-powered planes aren’t yet projected. 🔹 Since 1960, commercial aviation has delivered tens of thousands of aircraft, emitting a massive 33 billion tonnes of CO2 over the decades. Now, with only 18 billion tonnes left in our global “net-zero budget,” the pressure is on for a sustainable shift in the industry. Cirium’s forecast underscores the complexity and scale of the aviation industry’s journey ahead—balancing growth with sustainability, efficiency, and evolving customer demand. It’s an exciting, transformative time for aviation, and the next 20 years promise innovation at an unprecedented pace! #Aviation #FleetForecast #SustainableAviation #AerospaceInnovation #CiriumForecast #NetZero #LH2

ATI’s Head of Technology – Sustainability and Strategy Adam Morton joined the University of Air Transport (UTA) in Hamburg to support the delivery of their latest executive training on the theme of "Disruptive Technologies and Operations for Decarbonization". UTA offers a high-level training course for C-suite executives in aeronautics and air transport. The aim of training is to encourage a common, systemic and cross-disciplinary vision of the challenges the sector faces and to grow links between stakeholders. Adam’s panel explored a wide range of key aerospace and aviation technology topics including: ✈️ Potential role of aircraft electrification in addressing carbon emissions 📅 Timelines for penetration of hydrogen With the backing of the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) and the French School of Civil Aviation (ENAC - Ecole Nationale de l'Aviation Civile), together with leading industry players such as Airbus, Dassault Aviation and Thales, the course is growing in both impact and ambition. Held at the ZAL Center of Applied Aeronautical Research, the programme includes modules in Spain, France, Germany, Poland and Belgium. Adam’s session saw 35 attendees from across Europe grappling with questions on social issues, talent acquisition, financing innovation, plus local and global environmental challenges. Centred around highly interactive workshops, the discussions were intense and challenging for course attendees and visiting contributors alike. Adam commented: "It was fantastic to share so many of ATI’s sustainability insights from our pioneering Destination Zero, FlyZero, Hydrogen Capability Network and Non-CO2 Emissions Technology Roadmap initiatives. It was particularly encouraging to see participants looking to integrate decarbonisation, non-CO2, local air quality and life-cycle issues into the executive decision-making process." #aerospace #aviation #technology #innovation #sustainability #destinationzero

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝘇𝗲𝗿𝗼 – 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻?  The global aviation industry has set an ambitious goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, and the journey begins now. At Airspace Asia Pacific 2025, we’ll bring together leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore how this goal can be met. With expert-led sessions on sustainability, real-time data, and the latest technological advancements, this event is your opportunity to gain insight, knowledge, and actionable solutions to drive sustainable change in aviation. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱? • Get access to the latest data and facts on how the aviation industry plans to achieve net zero by 2050. • Learn the practical steps and innovations driving this transformation from top experts. • Be part of the global conversation that will define the future of sustainable airspace management. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the solution. Your presence at Airspace Asia Pacific 2025 is essential for shaping the future of aviation. Join the conversation and secure your spot today! https://hubs.la/Q02WzHhW0  #NetZero2050 #AirspaceAsiaPacific #AviationInnovation #CANSO #AirspaceAsiaPacific 2025 

Decarbonization Impacts on Aircrafts What does decarbonization mean for the aircraft industry? 🛩 From innovations in design and technology to shifts in market dynamics, the journey towards sustainability is set to reshape aviation. Dive into the details and implications in our latest blog. #wiforum #aviation #decarbonization #sustainableFuture #innovation https://lnkd.in/eBtJkgf3

🌱 At Deutsche Aircraft, sustainability isn’t just a core value – it’s a call to action. Even as research continues, the implementation of climate-friendly aviation technology is an urgent priority. We’ll be joining the conversation at the Towards Sustainable Aviation Summit, organised by Association Aéronautique et Astronautique de France (3AF) in Toulouse next week to address this critical issue. Our experts Regina Pouzolz, Fulya Keles, Oliver Weiss and Robert Schreiber will present our successful UpLift-CLIM0ART project alongside our valued partners German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Sasol, sharing insights on: 📌 The significant climate benefits of using PtL SAF in regional aircraft. 📌 Addressing the evolving economics of SAF production and adoption. 📌 Demonstrating our technical progress on the readiness for zero aromatics fuel. ➡️ Learn more about UpLift-CLIM0ART: https://lnkd.in/duXXXpt5 #TSAS2025 #SAF #SustainableAviation

🌍✈️ Five Years to Chart a New Future for Aviation ✈️🌍 A fascinating paper here! Aviation is at a crossroads. With global air travel set to double by 2050, it's time for bold action. The 2030 Sustainable Aviation Goals, developed by the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), lays out a five-year plan to put aviation on the path to net-zero emissions by 2050. From pioneering new technologies to creating more sustainable fuel systems, these goals focus on reducing the sector’s climate impact without compromising its growth potential. To achieve this, the plan hinges on four key objectives: 1️⃣ Operation Blue Skies: Deploy airspace-scale living labs to minimise persistent contrails. 2️⃣ Systems Efficiency: Drive systemic fuel burn reductions of up to 50% by 2050. 3️⃣ Truly Sustainable and Scalable Fuel: Implement cross-sector approaches to scale sustainable fuels. 4️⃣ Moonshots: Invest in transformative, high-reward technologies like hydrogen propulsion. The aviation sector has the potential to lead the fight against climate change. But we need collective action and leadership now to achieve these ambitious targets by 2030. Governments, regulators, and industry must seize this moment for a sustainable future in the skies. Follow me for more insights: Paul Meersman At Triton Hydrogen #SustainableAviation #NetZero2050 #FutureOfFlight

The Clean Aviation Partnership is set to launch its third €380 million call for projects in February 2025, aiming to accelerate green #aviation #technologies. With €15 million allocated to a fast track for disruptive innovations led by #SMEs and academic partners, the initiative aims to simplify access to funding and support groundbreaking advancements in hybrid electric and #hydrogen-powered aircraft. 📌 Read more about it: https://lnkd.in/eHr5V7Ds

Mark Stolze, Regional Director of Sustainability Engagement for EMEA, Boeing, will be speaking at the Sustainable Fuels Europe Summit 2025. Taking place from June 17–18 at IFEMA MADRID, SFES2025 is Europe's leading event to advance sustainable fuels adoption. Mark will join industry leaders to discuss "Exploring Partnerships: Where Can Clean Fuels Bring the Most Value to Industry?" Boeing is a leading aerospace manufacturer and a critical driver of sustainability in aviation. The company actively supports the development and adoption of #SAF to help decarbonize the industry. Boeing's importance lies in its initiatives to make SAF more viable and accessible. It partners with airlines, fuel producers, and governments to scale SAF production, conducts research on advanced fuel technologies, and ensures its aircraft are certified to fly on 100% SAF by 2030. >> Book your delegate pass now: https://lnkd.in/gHUAqM6f #SFES2025 #SustainableFuels #SAF #SMF #Biomethane #EnergyTransition #Europe