H1: ReFuelEU Is Live—Expect SAF Fees, New Paperwork, and Smart Workarounds

Strapline: A practical buyer’s guide to the EU’s 2% SAF requirement in 2025—and how to keep costs sane.

Intro:
From January, fuel suppliers at in‑scope EU airports must deliver a minimum 2% SAF blend, rising over time. Operators will see pass‑through fees, extra declarations, and new traceability. Clients will see line‑items they’ve never seen before. Here’s how to navigate it without getting rinsed.

What’s Actually Mandated in 2025

• 2% SAF at covered EU airports; ramp‑up scheduled through 2030 and beyond.

• Supplier obligation, operator declarations, and flexibility mechanism (averaging).

Price Impact: What We’re Seeing on Quotes

• Typical SAF surcharge formats; how suppliers calculate it.

• Airport‑by‑airport differences; cross‑border uplift strategies.

Compliance & Paper Trail

• “In scope” vs. “out of scope” operator declarations.

• Chain‑of‑custody, batch certificates, and what auditors will ask for.

Book‑and‑Claim Without the Greenwash

• When it makes sense, what to demand (registry, retirements, no double counting).

• Corporate ESG reporting: how to evidence your reductions correctly.

Tactics to Control Cost (Still Playing by the Rules)

• Tankering do’s & don’ts under weight/landing constraints.

• Smart routing to avoid punitive uplifts; coordinating multi‑leg missions.

• Negotiating with FBOs and suppliers; standing SAF purchase agreements.

FAQs

• Will I pay SAF fees outside the EU if I originate there?

• Does SAF hurt engine maintenance intervals?

• Can I choose which SAF I’m buying (HEFA vs. PtL)?

Need a SAF‑smart flight plan? We’ll build routings and FBO strategies that minimize cost and keep you compliant.