CPC Corporation, Taiwan

As the global aviation industry actively moves toward net-zero carbon emissions, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) has become a key driver of energy transition for many countries. As a key player in the energy sector, CPC has obtained dual international certifications — ISCC CORSIA and ISCC EU — and has become the first supplier in Taiwan qualified to provide SAF with verified carbon reduction benefits in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards. This not only solidifies CPC’s leadership position domestically but also demonstrates CPC’s determination, as a state-owned enterprise, to lead in carbon reduction. 

Taking a Key Step Toward Low-Carbon Aviation in Taiwan: First Batch of SAF Arrives 

In response to the global net-zero emissions trend and the aviation industry’s need for carbon reduction and transformation, CPC has officially completed its first SAF import mission, successfully delivering the first batch to Shen'ao Port this February, marking the official launch of Taiwan’s aerospace decarbonization efforts. This batch of SAF, produced at Neste’s Singapore plant, was imported from Finland. Not only was the port receiving operation successfully completed, but the SAF also obtained dual international certifications — ISCC CORSIA and ISCC EU — ensuring compliance with international carbon offset standards. This achievement represents a key milestone in implementing Taiwan’s sustainable aviation policy.

SCC CORSIA and ISCC EU Certification Ceremony 

During the preparation period prior to certification, CPC identified that the ISCC system differs from the current system in operation. Therefore, internal education and training were launched early, and a new system was built and optimized to enable CPC to obtain certification ahead of schedule and achieve the milestone of “2025 — the First Year of SAF Supply.” 

Cross-Ministerial Collaboration × International Alignment: Creating a New Paradigm for Zero-Carbon Aviation Fuel 

To ensure that SAF import regulations and operational practices align with international standards, CPC collaborated with multiple agencies, including the Customs Administration of the Ministry of Finance, the Energy Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, and the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection, to complete full-process verification covering import declaration, transportation receipt, storage, and transfer supply. This not only strengthens Taiwan’s collaborative position in the global sustainable aviation supply chain but also lays a standardized foundation for future large-scale imports. 

Partnering with the Aviation Industry to Reduce Carbon Emissions: Co-Creating a Net-Zero Flight Future 

To expand the application scope of SAF, CPC is actively engaging in communications with the Civil Aeronautics Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, domestic airlines, and airport units, working together to comprehensively plan future flight route supply, safety standards, and storage and transport systems. In the future, CPC will continue to adopt a "parallel import and domestic production" strategy to meet the aviation industry’s stable supply needs, ensuring reliable SAF supply and establishing a lasting green aviation foundation. 

Planning for Domestic SAF Production: Advancing Toward the Global Carbon Neutrality Vision 

CPC’s Refining Business Division at the Taoyuan Refinery is currently preparing for SAF co-processing production. Once the catalysts are imported, domestic SAF production is expected to begin in the third quarter of next year. CPC will continue to monitor the progress of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s “Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation” (CORSIA) and contribute to carbon reduction in the aviation industry, helping Taiwan build sustainable resilience in aviation fuel to support the nation’s 2050 net-zero goal.