Neste starts SAF supply to FedEx at Los Angeles Airport

Neste and FedEx, the world’s largest express cargo airline, have agreed on the supply of 8,800 metric tonnes (more than three million gallons) of blended Neste sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to FedEx at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

It is the largest SAF purchase by a U.S. cargo airline at LAX to-date. The fuel blend purchase will account for roughly a fifth of all jet fuel consumed annually by FedEx at LAX, according to an official release from Neste.

The fuel purchase marks the first major U.S. SAF deployment by FedEx, and builds upon years of the company’s efforts to co-create innovative sustainable aviation technologies with other industry leaders, the release added. "Through this agreement, FedEx has purchased blended fuel from Neste that includes a minimum of 30 percent neat, i.e. unblended Neste SAF. Delivery of the fuel began in May 2025 and will continue for one year."

Karen Blanks Ellis, Chief Sustainability Officer and Vice President, Environmental Affairs, FedEx says: "Procuring SAF is an important component of our aviation emissions reduction strategy in the coming years, and we are pleased to have executed a deal with Neste to begin using this fuel in our air operations. Our aviation network represents the largest amount of fuel use globally and, as a result, is our biggest opportunity to drive down emissions. As we work toward our goal of carbon-neural operations by 2040, we need the SAF market to continue to grow to meet industry demand."

Carl Nyberg, Senior Vice President, Commercial, Renewable Products, Neste adds: "Neste is excited to work with FedEx and support their ambitious goal of reaching carbon-neutral operations by 2040 with our SAF. Recognising the important role of air cargo in the global economy, FedEx is demonstrating how this industry can leverage available lower-emission solutions like SAF to reduce its environmental impact. We look forward to further strengthening our cooperation."

Neste’s SAF is made from 100 percent 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 percent with conventional jet fuel before use and works seamlessly with existing aircraft engines and fueling infrastructure. Neste’s global SAF production capability is 1.5 million tonnes (around 515 million gallons) per annum, the release added.