The government plans to set a target for sustainable aviation fuel usage for flights departing from Hong Kong within this year as part of its efforts to push forward sustainable practices in the industry, said Under Secretary for Transport and Logistics Liu Chun-san.

Speaking at the Annual Symposium 2025 of Hong Kong Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition on Friday, Liu said the authorities' goal is to accelerate carbon emissions reduction in the aviation sector and address the growing demand for sustainable aviation fuel from international airlines, in order to consolidate Hong Kong’s position as an international aviation hub.

The SAR is mapping out its way forward for SAF adoption, he said, as he reiterated the government’s commitment to working closely with the industry to turn challenges into opportunities in sustainable aviation.

The symposium featured a diverse range of expert speakers who shared valuable industry insights on SAF strategies for Hong Kong.

HKSAFC is a program initiated by BEC, aiming to drive the establishment of a government-led mechanism with multi-stakeholders to deliver a SAF roadmap and solutions for the aviation industry. It published a Policy Whitepaper on SAF Strategy for the territory in November.

Partners of the program include Airport Authority Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific Airways (0293), PetroChina International (Hong Kong) Corporation, Standard Chartered Bank (HK), Swire Pacific (0019, 0087), and others.

Liu Chun-san, (middle); Arthur Lee, Commissioner for Climate Change of Environment and Ecology Bureau (right); Simon Ng, chief executive of BEC (left)

HK to set target for sustainable fuel usage for flights this year: official