TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Tigerair Taiwan said Friday it will begin using 5% sustainable aviation fuel in all A320neo delivery flights starting in 2025.

The announcement came as its latest aircraft, B-50028, arrived from Airbus’s Toulouse facility with a 5% SAF blend, cutting emissions by around 80% compared to conventional fuel, per UDN. Nine A320neo jets will be delivered under this plan, per CNA.

Tigerair Taiwan expects to receive two new A320neo aircraft this year following earlier delivery delays. Each will be ferried using a fixed SAF percentage as part of the airline’s carbon-reduction strategy. Ferry flights refer to one-way trips for delivery or maintenance purposes.

The A320neo fleet is a core part of Tigerair Taiwan’s modernization program, the carrier said. These jets offer up to 18% better fuel efficiency and 50% less noise, thanks to new engines and sharklet winglets.

The airline also touted improved passenger comfort, noting that the aircraft features the widest single-aisle cabin in the market. This supports its broader effort to combine sustainability with service quality.

Tigerair Taiwan said sustainability remains a cornerstone and will track fuel trends. Taiwan’s broader aviation sector is also embracing sustainable fuel, with the government targeting a 5% SAF blend across all airlines by 2030.