Aeropuertos y Servicios Auxiliares (ASA), the government agency responsible for promoting the development of airports and auxiliary services in Mexico, announced plans to build two sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blending plants in Mexico City and Cancún. These locations were chosen due to their strategic importance in the aviation sector. The initiative aims to facilitate the country’s transition to cleaner energy sources and to comply with international environmental commitments.

According to ASA, the immediate goal is to develop infrastructure that enables the blending of sustainable fuels to support the aviation industry's shift towards more environmentally responsible practices. The agency highlighted that to achieve this, there needs to be alignment in regulations, support for technological innovation, and assurance of sufficient raw materials for SAF production while adhering to the highest international standards. This approach is seen as a crucial step towards a cleaner, more competitive, and responsible aviation sector in Mexico.

The initiative reflects Mexico's broader commitment to sustainable development and resonates with global trends where the aviation industry is under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. The collaboration between various sectors to promote SAF is expected to not only help meet environmental goals but also to position Mexico as a leader in sustainable aviation practices, supporting the growing demand for greener travel solutions.