New Organization, SAFII, to Unite the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Community Toward Consistent Fuel Quality

A new organization, the Sustainable Aviation Fuels Institute Inc. (SAFII), is uniting individuals and organizations throughout the SAF supply chain as the go-to resource on assessing SAF quality as the aviation industry works toward meeting climate goals.

SUGAR GROVE, Ill., Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new organization, the Sustainable Aviation Fuels Institute Inc. (SAFII), has launched to unite disparate stakeholders in the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry and supply chain to learn about and maintain fuel quality standards across the industry.

"We envision SAFII to be a hub for leaders throughout the SAF community – from industry leaders to technical experts to policymakers. SAFII's vision is to meet the world's SAF climate goals while becoming the go-to resource for legislative awareness, industry insights, research and technology, and ensuring fuel quality through consistent testing methods for the aviation industry," said Cindy Tomei, president of SAFII. "Currently, we are the only organization able to consistently teach ASTM standards for aviation fuel quality."

Tomei said the new organization will serve several purposes. "SAFII will be a communications hub where members can share information, innovations, and resources. It will also be a go-to training resource for technical expertise, webinars, and events. Finally, we will offer networking roundtable events where professionals can meet, dialogue, and engage with each other to foster greater awareness and collaboration across the SAF supply chain."

Because of the SAF's far-reaching impact, membership within SAFII is open to a diverse group of professionals engaged in all areas of SAF development and distribution. Individuals and organizations engaged in different categories of SAF influence are invited to join SAFII.

• Market Demand and Oversight for SAF
  • Government Agencies and Enforcement
  • Industry Economists
  • Policymakers
  • Market Analysts
  • Investors
• Feedstock Growth or Sourcing for SAF
  • Farmers/Agriculture
  • Corn/Biomass
• SAF Fuel Development Research and Development
  • Research and Development
  • Independent Labs
  • Test Engineers
  • Chemical Companies
  • Standards Organizations
• Testing and Refining
  • Research and Development Engineers
  • Test Engineers
  • Technologists
• Storage and Transportation
  • Logistics
  • Trucking Companies
  • Rail/Barges/Ports
  • Storage Containers
  • Storage Facilities
• Carbon Credits and Recordkeeping
  • Energy Companies
  • Policymakers
  • Airports/Airlines
  • Government Agencies
  • Sustainability Officers
• Distribution
  • Airports/Airlines
  • Aviation Organizations
  • FBOs

SAFII already has several sponsors, including Falex Corporation, a supplier of test equipment for SAF fuels, Compass Instruments, a distributor of fuel testing equipment, and Baker Tilly, an advisory tax and assurance firm serving ESG and sustainability specialties. The first educational event is planned for Spring of 2025 and will be entitled "What is SAF?" In addition to Tomei, SAFII's executive leadership and advisory board include well-respected members of the SAF community wishing to accelerate climate action for aviation fuels.

• Chairman of the Board Andrew M. Faville from Falex Corp.
• Chief Technical Advisor Michael Croudace, PhD, from Compass Instruments
• President Cindy Tomei, CAE
• Vice President David Faville, COO of Falex Corp.
• Vice President James Hepp, President of Compass Instruments
• Board Member Mark Denzler, President and CEO of Illinois Manufacturers' Association
• Board Member Jonathan McGee, Senior Consultant-Economic Development at Baker Tilly
• Board Member Peter Probst, President of Indigenous Energy
• Board Member Meg Whitty, Vice President-Corporate Affairs and Marketing at LanzaJet

"There are many contributors to the SAF industry, and our collaboration is imperative for climate action. We saw a need for an organization like SAFII to unite them all to work toward mutually beneficial goals. Our vision is for SAFII to become a resource for everyone inside and outside the community, to address any issues and questions regarding SAF-related policymaking, use, development, testing, fuel quality, and distribution," said SAFII Chairman of the Board Andrew M. Faville. 

Those interested in learning more about SAFII or getting involved can subscribe to the organization's newsletter, The SAF Hub, on its website: safii.org.

ABOUT SAFII

The Sustainable Aviation Fuels Institute (SAFII) was launched in 2024 to unite industry leaders, technical experts, supply chain partners, policymakers, distribution sites, and other disparate stakeholders in sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) toward meeting the world's climate goals. SAFII strives to be a go-to resource for legislative awareness, industry insights, research and technology, and testing fuel quality for SAF. Anyone interested in SAF can subscribe to SAFII's newsletter, The SAF Hub, to stay abreast of SAFII's news, events, and networking opportunities. For more information about SAFII, visit safii.org or contact President Cindy Tomei, CAE, at [email protected].

SOURCE SAFII