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The African Development Bank (AfDB) and Japanese engineering giant JGC Corporation have formalized a partnership to support the development and adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) across Africa. The agreement, signed during the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), outlines a shared commitment to advancing greener aviation technologies on the continent.
SAF, which includes jet fuel derived from renewable resources like plant oils, waste, and captured carbon, plays a key role in reducing the carbon footprint of the aviation industry. This collaboration aligns with AfDB’s broader strategy to promote sustainable transport, clean energy transition, and environmental resilience in Africa.
The Letter of Intent signed by Solomon Quaynor, AfDB’s Vice President for Private Sector, Infrastructure & Industrialization, and Shoji Yamada, President of JGC Corporation, establishes a framework for joint efforts in promoting SAF and other eco-friendly aviation solutions.
As part of the collaboration:
- AfDB will facilitate dialogue with public aviation stakeholders, identify potential projects, and explore financing options including feasibility study support and investment mechanisms.
- JGC Corporation will lead demand and technical feasibility studies for SAF in African markets, assess infrastructure readiness, and support the transfer and adaptation of Japanese SAF technologies.
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Quaynor emphasized that embracing SAF will not only reduce carbon emissions but also enhance Africa’s aviation sector competitiveness. Yamada added that the partnership represents a strong step toward Africa’s decarbonization and economic innovation, leveraging JGC’s global experience in sustainable energy and engineering. This initiative represents a significant move to position Africa as a leader in sustainable aviation and green energy innovation.
About JGC Corporation:
Founded in 1928 and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, JGC Corporation is a leading global engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company specializing in energy and infrastructure. JGC has expanded into new business fields including renewable energy, green innovation, and sustainable fuels, with a commitment to contributing to decarbonization worldwide.
