ANA and JAL Release Second Joint Report on Sustainable Aviation Fuel

May 29, 2026

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(All Nippon Airlines and Japan Airlines) Airlines call for a society-wide approach to aviation decarbonization -- All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Japan Airlines (JAL) today (May 27, 2026) released the second edition of their joint report, "Toward Net Zero CO2 Emissions from Air Transport in 2050," outlining the current state of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Japan and the actions needed to support aviation decarbonization. The report calls for a society-wide effort to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions in air transportation by 2050.

Report key findings

・The global SAF gap: SAF is critical to reaching net-zero carbon dioxide emissions in aviation by 2050, but accounted for a mere 0.6% of global aviation fuel consumption as of 2025. The report warns that without increased SAF production and cost reductions within the next five years, the aviation industry will be unable to meet its emissions goals without significant social and economic impact.
・Economic and social infrastructure: Japan's aviation sector generates an estimated 17 trillion JPY in annual economic activity. Stable fuel supplies are critical to supporting the goal of attracting 60 million inbound visitors and maintaining air service to regional communities and remote islands that rely on aviation as essential infrastructure.
・The "Japanese Model" approach: The report calls for a tailored Japanese model that balances the pace of SAF regulation with actual domestic SAF production capacity, helping to mitigate supply-demand imbalances and excessive costs while supporting long-term industry growth.
・Scope 3 Co-Creation²: Through corporate programs³ that contribute to reducing customers' Scope 3 emissions, ANA and JAL are promoting a "Co-creation Model" in which the high costs of SAF implementation are supported collectively by society as a whole.
・A unified industry approach: Acting as the "two wings" of Japan's aviation sector, ANA and JAL are tackling this challenge across competitive and industry boundaries to support long-term sustainability in Japan's air transportation and drive the sustained growth of the Japanese economy.

"Thanks to our stakeholders, we have established a foothold for domestic SAF implementation. However, the global landscape surrounding SAF is extremely severe, and any delay in securing fuel now represents a direct crisis for Japan's economic security," said Juichi Hirasawa, President and CEO of ANA. "To confront this challenge, we are once again joining hands with JAL. We strongly call for an effective, society-wide framework to maintain Japan's aviation infrastructure and hand over sustainable skies to the next generation. We remain steadfast in our commitment to this resolve, while seeking the understanding of our valued customers."

"In the aviation industry, our vital mission is to continuously deliver the human connections and social well-being created through the movement of people. Although scaling SAF poses formidable challenges, we will never waver in our commitment to pioneering a sustainable future for aviation. Moving forward together with All Nippon Airways, and hand in hand with our customers and all stakeholders, we will face these difficulties to ensure a vibrant future of movement is securely passed to the next generation." states Mitsuko Tottori, President and Group CEO of JAL.

The report follows the first joint SAF report released in October 2021¹.

¹ October 8, 2021 press release: [ANA and Japan Airlines Towards 2050 Carbon Neutral Joint Report on SAF]

² ANA "SAF Flight Initiative" Details URL: https://www.ana.co.jp/en/jp/brand/ana-future-promise/saf-flight-initiative/ |
JAL "JAL Corporate SAF Program" Details URL: https://www.jal.com/ja/sustainability/jcsp/

³ Under the GHG Protocol, an international standard jointly developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), corporate CO2 emissions are classified into three categories:
Scope 1: Direct CO2 emissions from a company's own business activities.
Scope 2: CO2 emissions from energy sources supplied by other companies, such as electricity or heat consumption.
Scope 3: Indirect CO2 emissions from a company's business activities (e.g., product transportation, employee commuting, and business travel).

About All Nippon Airways (ANA)
Founded in 1952 with just two helicopters, All Nippon Airways (ANA) has grown to become Japan's largest airline and a global leader in premium service.
ANA operates an extensive international and domestic network, connecting destinations across Asia, North America, Europe and beyond. With a focus on quality and omotenashi, ANA delivers a consistently high standard of service across every stage of the journey.
ANA is the only Japanese airline to have earned SKYTRAX's 5-Star rating every year since 2013, underscoring its consistent excellence. The airline is also a four-time recipient of the Air Transport World's (ATW) Airline of the Year award. In 2025, ANA was honored with FlightGlobal's Executive Leadership: Asia-Pacific Award, reflecting its continued focus on innovation and strategic growth.
As part of ANA HOLDINGS Inc., ANA continues to invest in the onboard experience, its fleet and digital services to enhance the travel experience for passengers worldwide.
For more information about ANA and ANA HD, please visit: https://www.ana.co.jp/group/en/

About Japan Airlines (JAL)
Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan's first private aviation company, was established in 1951 and is a member of the oneworld® Alliance. The airline operates a fleet of 234 aircraft (as of March 2026) and began renewing its international long-haul aircraft with the Airbus A350-1000 starting 2023 Winter Schedule. Together with other JAL Group and partner airlines, JAL offers an extensive domestic and international network that serves 413 airports across 71 countries/regions.
The airline has received numerous accolades for its exceptional service, including being recognized as a certified 5-Star Airline by Skytrax and being awarded the prestigious "World Class" Airline title by APEX, the Airline Passenger Experience Association. The airline is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of flight safety and overall service quality, striving to be the most preferred airline by customers worldwide.
For details and to learn more, visit JAL's official website at https://www.jal.com/en/ READ MORE