Neste to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to DHL Express at Singapore Changi Airport in one of the largest SAF deals in the air cargo sector in Asia

Neste Corporation, Press Release, 15 July 2025 at 9:00 (EET)

Photo: courtesy of DHL

• Supply of 7,400 tons (9.5 million liters) of neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from July 2025 to June 2026
• One of the largest SAF deals in Asia in the air cargo sector, and DHL’s first SAF purchase for international flights from Singapore Changi Airport

Neste and DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, have strengthened their collaboration with the supply of 7,400 tons (9.5 million liters) of neat, i.e. unblended, Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ to DHL Express at Singapore Changi Airport starting July 2025. This marks one of Asia’s largest SAF deals by volume in the air cargo sector and helps accelerate the joint effort of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from air cargo transports.

As part of the global partnership to decarbonize air and road transport, Neste will supply DHL Express with CORSIA-eligible* SAF produced locally at its refinery in Singapore, the world’s largest SAF production facility, for a period of one year from July 2025 to June 2026. The volume of SAF procured under this partnership is one of the largest purchased by DHL in Asia-Pacific and marks DHL's first direct procurement of SAF for its flights from Singapore to Asia and the Americas.

Neste will deliver the SAF blended with conventional jet fuel directly into Changi Airport’s fuel distribution facilities using the company’s integrated supply chain from the Singapore refinery. The purchased SAF will account for approximately 35% to 40% of the overall fuel blend composition and is designated for DHL Express’ five Boeing 777 freighters based at DHL’s South Asia Hub located at Changi Airport and departing from the airport 12 times a week.

“This partnership with Neste to procure and uplift SAF for DHL Express’ international air cargo flights from Singapore is a significant milestone for us. Not only will it enable us to gain new strides in emissions reduction in air transport, it also allows us to strengthen our commitment to customers to provide more sustainable shipping options. As one of the largest users of SAF globally, DHL Express is leading the way towards more sustainable logistics and driving voluntary demand for SAF adoption. We are not just meeting industry standards but setting them,” says Christopher Ong, Managing Director for DHL Express Singapore.

“We are excited to expand our cooperation with DHL to Singapore, a leading aviation hub in Asia-Pacific. It leverages our SAF production and supply capabilities in Singapore, and demonstrates how we are working with DHL globally to help the company achieve its air transportation decarbonization targets using a solution that is available at scale today,” says Carl Nyberg, Senior Vice President, Commercial, Renewable Products at Neste.

The agreement will contribute to Singapore’s target to reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector through a target of 1% SAF use on all passenger and cargo flights from 2026 onwards.

Sustainable aviation fuel
Sustainable aviation fuel is a renewable aviation fuel providing a more sustainable alternative to conventional, fossil-based jet fuel. Using Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80%** over the fuel’s life cycle, compared to using conventional jet fuel. Neste’s SAF is made from 100% renewable waste and residue raw materials, such as used cooking oil and animal fat waste. SAF is certified for commercial use and can currently be blended up to 50% with conventional jet fuel before use. It works seamlessly with existing aircraft engines and fueling infrastructure. Today, Neste’s global SAF production capability is 1.5 million tons per annum, and it is set to grow to 2.2 million tons in 2027.

*) CORSIA is a recognized scheme offering a harmonized way to reduce CO2 emissions from international aviation to curb its impact on climate change. It was developed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and the implementation of CORSIA is currently in the first, voluntary phase. Once certified by an ICAO-approved sustainability certification scheme, SAF qualifies as a CORSIA Eligible Fuel (CEF) and can be used by an airline to meet the CO2 emission reduction allocation requirements under CORSIA.

**) When used in neat form (i.e. unblended) and calculated with established life cycle assessment (LCA) methodologies, such as CORSIA methodology

Neste Corporation

Hanna Maula
Senior Vice President, Communications, Marketing, Sustainability and Public Affairs

Further information:

Neste: Please contact Neste's media service, tel. +358 800 94025 / media@neste.com (weekdays from 8.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. EET). Please subscribe to Neste’s releases at https://www.neste.com/media/subscribe. 

DHL Express: Please contact DHL Express Singapore, Corporate Communications, Evelyn Lim, tel. +65 6880 6060 / evelyn.lim@dhl.com

Neste in brief

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) creates solutions for mitigating climate change and accelerating a shift to a circular economy. The company is the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, enabling its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste refines waste, residues and other renewable raw materials to high-quality renewable fuels at its refineries located on three continents. The company’s annual renewable fuels production capacity will be increased to 6.8 million tons in 2027. 

Neste has high standards for sustainability and the company has consistently been recognized by several leading sustainability indices. In 2024, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 20.6 billion. Read more: neste.com

DHL in brief

DHL – The logistics company for the world 

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With approximately 400,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as “The logistics company for the world”. 
DHL is part of DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of approximately 84.2 billion euros in 2024. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics by 2050.