India allows ethanol blending in aviation fuelIndia has allowed blending ethanol and synthetic hydrocarbons into aviation fuel. This move aims to cut emissions and reduce oil imports. W...
23 Apr, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
Iran war could make petroleum products from clothes to crayons more costlyGlobal oil disruptions are making everyday items more expensive. From plush toys to bandages, the cost of materials derived from petroleum ...
22 Apr, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Iran war fuel hike adds $100 to long-haul flight cost, study saysA war in Iran has significantly disrupted oil supplies. This has pushed up jet fuel prices. Long-haul flights from Europe now cost over $10...
21 Apr, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
Fuel from air and water? China start-up, co-founded by ex Tesla VP, claims big breakthrough amid oil crisisAt a time when the world is grappling with oil crisis due to the Middle East conflict, a Chinese startup Carbonology has announced a big br...
19 Mar, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
European airlines look to shake off green agenda as fuel prices soarEuropean airline CEOs are meeting in Brussels to discuss sustainable jet fuel rules amidst rising oil prices and the Middle East war. The i...
19 Mar, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
From chimneys to skies: NTPC explores sustainable aviation fuelNTPC is exploring sustainable jet fuel production by mixing carbon captured from its thermal power plant and green hydrogen. The company ai...
10 Jun, 2024, 12.01 AM IST
Singapore to impose green fuel levy on flights from 2026The plans announced at an industry summit on the eve of the Singapore Airshow aim for all departing flights to use 1% sustainable aviation ...
19 Feb, 2024, 11.53 PM IST
Electric planes are coming: Short-hop regional flights could be running on batteries in a few yearsTwo-seater Velis Electros are already quietly buzzing around Europe, electric sea planes are being tested in British Columbia, and larger p...
21 Sep, 2022, 11.31 AM IST
Hydrogen planes not enough to green aviation: StudyAutomakers and planemakers alike have been looking at it as a means to reduce the climate impact of the transportation sector, although cur...
26 Jan, 2022, 11.01 AM IST
The oil that cooked your fries is now refueling your aircraftNeste Oyj is betting that sustainable aviation fuel, SAF, will appeal to businesses eager to cut carbon emissions. The company also expects...
19 May, 2021, 10.50 AM IST
Air France-KLM launches first long-haul flight with eco-fuelIt's part of efforts by the industry worldwide to experiment with alternative fuels as regulators and governments tighten emissions rules f...
18 May, 2021, 06.45 PM IST
UK PM Boris Johnson launches Jet Zero Council to cut airline emissionsBoris Johnson marked his one year in office as the UK Prime Minister on Wednesday with a new Jet Zero Council to tackle aviation emissions ...
22 Jul, 2020, 05.23 PM IST
India's move to save the rupee will make these things costlierThe duty hike is likely to yield Rs 4,000 cr to the govt. It will help contain rupee depreciation.
12 Oct, 2018, 02.59 PM IST
- Qatar Airways to touch more Indian destinations
After Kolkata, which became its 12th destination in India recently, Qatar Airways is now mulling adding two more to expand operations in th...
23 Nov, 2011, 09.20 PM IST
- Natural gas powered aircraft completes maiden journey
A London-Doha flight of Qatar Airways has become the first commercial passenger aircraft to complete flying in six hours fuelled by natural...
13 Oct, 2009, 04.26 PM IST
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- Study to outline benefits of synthetic jet fuel
A new research is aiming to shed light on the benefits of using synthetic and cleaner jet fuel in commercial aircraft engines.
17 Nov, 2007, 07.00 PM IST