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A Project-Driven SAF Collaboration Platform Turning Commitments into Solutions

8-9 JULY 2026 | MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
#SAFAPAC26
500+
ATTENDEES
70+
EXECUTIVE SPEAKERS 
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SPONSORS & PARTNERS
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DIRECTOR OR ABOVE
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Global Sustainability Pioneers Attending SAFAPAC

APAC's leading event for advancing Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)

Air travel in Asia-Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing worldwide, making SAF essential for airlines and governments to meet their net zero commitments. Australia, Singapore, and Japan are already leading in project development and policy planning, while New Zealand, Malaysia, and the South Pacific are beginning to emerge.

The SAF APAC Summit 2026 (#SAFAPAC26) will take place on 8–9 July 2026 in Melbourne, Australia, and is set to be APAC’s leading event for advancing sustainable aviation fuels. The summit will explore pathways to decarbonize aviation, covering the full SAF value chain with perspectives on policy, supply and demand growth, technology innovation, and business model evolution, while addressing the unique dynamics of the APAC market.

The event will bring together 500+ leaders from airlines, governments, SAF producers, finance, technology, and the wider aviation supply chain, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and partnerships to accelerate SAF adoption. Attendees will gain valuable insights into aviation’s decarbonization potential and actively shape the future of SAF in the region.

Leading ministers and dignitaries participating SAF APAC 2025

Early Confirmed World - Class Industry Leaders at SAFAPAC26

Fiona Messent
Qantas

Fiona Messent

Chief Sustainability Officer

Qantas

Billie Moore
New Zealand Airports Association

Billie Moore

Chief Executive

New Zealand Airports Association

Stephen Beckett
Airlines for Australia & New Zealand

Stephen Beckett

Chief Executive Officer

Airlines for Australia & New Zealand

Megan Flynn
Pollination

Megan Flynn

Managing Director, Chief Growth & Impact Officer

Pollination

Alex Grant
Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)

Alex Grant

General Manager, Transport

Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)

Richard Barker
North Queensland Airports

Richard Barker

Chief Executive Officer

North Queensland Airports

Tim Stock
NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Tim Stock

Director, Industry Policy and Engagement

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Michelle Khundakar
Queensland Airports

Michelle Khundakar

General Manager of Strategy and Sustainability

Queensland Airports

Dr Kimberly Camrass
Boeing

Dr Kimberly Camrass

Head of Sustainability Engagement and Partnerships, APAC

Boeing

Flyn van Ewijk
LanzaJet

Flyn van Ewijk

Regional Director, Asia Pacific

LanzaJet

Pioneering SAF Innovation for Greener Aviation 

Matthew Connolly
Air New Zealand

Matthew Connolly

Sustainability Lead for Energy Transition

Air New Zealand

Prue Newall
IFM Investors

Prue Newall

Director, Sustainability, Infrastructure

IFM Investors

Yasushi Hashimoto
IHI Corporation

Yasushi Hashimoto

Deputy General Manager, Technology Development

IHI Corporation

Richard Barker
Cairns and Mackay Airports

Richard Barker

Chief Executive Officer

Cairns and Mackay Airports

Billie Moore
New Zealand Airports Association

Billie Moore

Chief Executive

New Zealand Airports Association

2025 Sponsors & Partners

2026 Sponsors & Partners

SAFAPAC26 wouldn’t be possible without the tremendous support of our sponsoring and supporting organizations.

Green Sky Visionary Partners

Lead Sponsor

Sustainability Partners

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Gold Sponsors

Knowledge Partner

Pioneering Practices Partner

Silver Sponsors

Association Partner

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Sustainable Airports Gathering Program

-Building the World’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Bridges

A convening platform for 20+ regional and global airports to align on priorities and implementation pathways for SAF. Delivered via initiative signings, closed-door roundtables, and strategic panel discussions.

Sustainable Airports Gathering

The Sustainable Airports Gathering series is designed to convene 20+ airports from across the region and around the world, creating a focused platform for in-depth dialogue and collaboration. Through a three-pronged approach—initiative signing ceremonies, closed-door roundtables, and strategic panel discussions—the programme aims to address regional barriers across policy, strategy, and technology.

-Building the World’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Bridges

The Premier Event for APAC Energy Leaders Committed to Net Zero

Summit Spectrum:
Navigating the SAF Future

Explore a rich tapestry of sessions at the SAF APAC Summit 2026, where industry experts will lead deep dives into the evolving world of SAF, offering insights into groundbreaking strategies and emerging trends.

Synergy in Action: 
Become an Event Partner 

Join us as a partner at the SAF APAC Summit 2026 and position your brand at the forefront of the SAF revolution. This is your opportunity to shape industry trends, showcase your innovations, and connect with key players.

Networking Nexus:
Forge New Pathways

Step into our dynamic networking realm, the perfect setting to cultivate strategic relationships, exchange vital industry knowledge, and spark collaborative ventures with pioneers in the SAF domain.

SAF APAC Insights Series 

Through exclusive Impact Interviews and high-level executive dialogues, senior leaders from NSW Government, Austrade, Airbus, Boeing, ASAFA, ISCC, and Jet Zero examine how APAC is turning SAF from policy ambition into scalable, bankable market reality.

[Impact Interview] NSW Building Australia’s SAF Hub

Ian Smith, Executive Director at the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, shared how NSW is building a competitive SAF ecosystem, backed by feedstock strengths, policy support, infrastructure readiness, and workforce development.

[Impact Interview] Airbus on Scaling SAF in APAC

Stephen Forshaw, SVP and Chief Representative for Airbus in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific outlined how Airbus is supporting the development of a SAF ecosystem to accelerate adoption across Asia–Pacific.

[IMPACT Webinar] Building the SAF Ecosystem in APAC

Bringing together leaders across policy, industry, capital, and certification, this webinar explores APAC’s role in the global SAF supply chain and the collaborative steps required to unlock scalable growth.

Supporting Partners

Media Partners

Key stakeholders attending global series events

The inaugural SAF APAC Summit 2026 will be hosted at W Melbourne.

This venue will accommodate over 500 decision-makers from the APAC SAF sector, offering expansive spaces for learning, networking, and business. W Melbourne, the city's first luxury lifestyle hotel, takes its rebellious design cues from its Flinders Lane address in Australia’s cultural capital.

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Even more exciting, our summit will be co-located with Connecting Green Hydrogen APAC 2026, Carbon Capture APAC 2026, and Australia Wind Energy 2026—the region's largest hydrogen, CCUS, and wind events. Together, we will drive the energy transition forward and create unparalleled networking opportunities.

ACCELERATING THE FUTURE OF FLIGHT
Scaling SAF for APAC’s Sustainable Aviation Revolution

In the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, the SAF market is experiencing significant growth, with countries such as Australia, Japan, Korea, and Singapore leading the way through substantial investments in SAF production facilities. By 2040, SAF is expected to comprise 25-30% of the region's aviation fuel, and by 2050, it is anticipated to reach a 50% share, playing a crucial role in achieving net-zero emissions.

Our Global Sustainable Fuels Series Events Portfolio

11-12 March 2026 | Rotterdam
1-2 April 2026 | Dubai
17-18 June 2026 | Madrid
8-9 July 2026 | Melbourne
22-23 September 2026 | London

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8-9 JULY 2026
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