- Agreement to supply more than 240,000 metric tons (about 83 million gallons) of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) over three years
- The use of SAF under this agreement is expected to reduce life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 737,000 metric tons compared to conventional jet fuel.
- This agreement is one of the largest SAF deals by a US producer and for the air cargo industry
DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, has announced a landmark sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) agreement with Phillips 66, a leading US-based integrated energy provider and SAF producer. This agreement will see more than 240,000 metric tons of SAF delivered over three years, with the goal of reducing life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 737,000 metric tons compared to conventional jet fuel, marking a major milestone in DHL’s commitment to sustainability.
The majority of the SAF will be delivered to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), DHL’s US West Coast gateway, with future deliveries planned to other West Coast airports where DHL maintains operations, such as San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
By using a book-and-claim approach, DHL Express can manage its carbon footprint through the use of sustainable fuel in the aviation sector. The SAF will be produced at the Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex at Phillips 66 in California, one of the world’s largest renewable fuel facilities with a production capacity of 150 million gallons per year of neat SAF (i.e. SAF that is not blended with conventional jet fuel).
“This agreement with Phillips 66 is a significant milestone for DHL Express as we work to achieve our sustainability goals,” said Travis Cobb, Executive Vice President, Global Operations and Aviation, DHL Express.
By securing reliable supplies of SAF, we are not only reducing our carbon emissions – and those in our customers’ supply chains – but also setting a precedent for the U.S. logistics and air freight industries. Our collaboration with Phillips 66 underscores our commitment to a low-carbon future and demonstrates the importance of sustainable practices in our operations.
“This agreement between Phillips 66 and DHL demonstrates our shared commitment to leadership of the SAF market and a reliable business in the growing SAF industry,” said Brian Mandell, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Commercial Affairs at Phillips 66. “Through our global renewable fuels business, we are committed to supporting DHL and our customers in achieving their decarbonization goals. Our agreement with DHL showcases cross-industry collaboration, and together we aim to drive progress towards sustainable solutions in the aviation sector.”
The agreement with Phillips 66 represents one of the largest SAF deals by a US producer and for the air cargo industry in general, paving the way for future SAF cooperation. DHL Express has a long-term commitment to sustainability, and this deal is consistent with its broader strategy to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
DHL Express has been actively securing SAF partnerships across the globe including Europe, America and Asia Pacific regions since 2021, and this new agreement embodies its dedication to leveraging sustainable aviation fuel to effectively address the carbon footprint of air freight.
This agreement will make a significant contribution to DHL’s GoGreen Plus service, which enables customers to reduce their Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions using SAF. Through innovative solutions like these, DHL Express continues to lead the logistics industry in tackling climate change while providing reliable and efficient services to its customers.
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