Milestone marks Avfuel’s first SAF location stemming from Valero agreement
NAPLES, Fla. / December 10, 2024 / Aviation News—Avfuel Corporation, the leading independent supplier of aviation fuel and services, proudly announces the first delivery of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) out of Port Everglades to Naples Aviation (KAPF).
Naples Aviation accepted Avfuel’s delivery of SAF on December 10, 2024. It marked the fuel supplier’s first network location to commit to consistent SAF inventory out of this new supply point. It proved to be a monumental moment for two industry leaders that continue to position sustainability at the forefront of their operations.
“This is a huge step forward in scaling SAF distribution and adoption within the business aviation sector,” said Joel Hirst, Avfuel’s senior vice president of sales. “Avfuel is dedicated to making SAF more accessible throughout the United States, and deliveries like this one help further our commitment to supporting the business aviation industry in growing the use of SAF.”
In addition to offering SAF, Naples Aviation—a prominent leader in sustainability—also recently began offering 94 octane unleaded fuel (UL 94) as an environmentally cleaner alternative to traditional aviation gasoline.
“Providing cleaner, alternative fuels is important to the Naples aviation community, and it’s our responsibility to provide sustainable options to our customers,” said Byron Gray, Naples Aviation senior director of FBO services. “We are excited to be the Avfuel Network’s first SAF supply location in the eastern U.S. and look forward to seeing how this drives the industry overall.”
Naples Aviation’s SAF delivery comes on the heels of a SAF supply agreement between Avfuel and Valero Marketing and Supply Company (Valero), a subsidiary of Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE: VLO) entered into this October. The neat SAF—produced by Diamond Green Diesel LLC, a joint venture between a Valero affiliate and an affiliate of Darling Ingredients Inc. (NYSE: DAR) out of Port Arthur, Texas—is made using the HEFA SPK process, meaning it uses lipids—like used cooking oil—to produce the fuel, and can lower lifecycle GHG emissions by up to 80% when compared to conventional jet fuel. With target percentages of 30% neat SAF and 70% conventional jet fuel, this SAF can lower lifecycle GHG emissions by up to 24% when compared to conventional jet fuel.
ABOUT AVFUEL CORPORATION
Avfuel provides fuel and services—including sustainable fuel and initiatives—to the global aviation industry and is the leading independent supplier in the United States. Established as a supply and logistics company more than 50 years ago, Avfuel is core competent in every aspect that surrounds the delivery of fuel—from refinery to wingtip. Avfuel combines global access with personalized service throughout a fueling network of more than 3,500 locations worldwide and 675+ Avfuel-branded FBOs. Our 100% dedication to aviation demonstrates our passion and commitment to a global community that prospers on the movement of goods and services around the world.
ABOUT NAPLES AIRPORT
Naples Airport is ideally located within minutes of downtown Naples, the Gulf of Mexico and I-75, connecting people to the Paradise Coast through an exceptional airport experience. The airport serviced 122,281 annual operations in the last fiscal year, while being an engaged, responsive partner to the community. Home to corporate aviation, air charter operators, car rental agencies, flight schools and non-aviation businesses, the airport is also a central location for critical public services, including fire/rescue, air ambulance services, mosquito control, the Collier County Sheriff’s Aviation Unit and other community services. The airport also prides itself on being the hub of emergency staging during natural disasters, like hurricanes and tornadoes, for first responders, lighting, and power crews.
All funds used for the airport’s operation, maintenance and improvements are generated from activities at the airport or federal and state grants from aviation-related user fees. The airport receives no local tax dollars. The Florida Department of Transportation values the airport’s annual economic impact on the community at more than $781 million.
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MEDIA CONTACTS
Avfuel Corporation: Marci Ammerman, Vice President Marketing, 734-663-6466, [email protected], www.avfuel.com, facebook.com/avfuel, X: @Avfuel
Naples Airport: Robin King, Director of Communication, 239-643-0733, [email protected], www.flynaples.com, facebook.com/naplesairport