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The IATA SAF Matchmaker connects aircraft operators and fuel suppliers, facilitating SAF procurement opportunities beyond existing connections. By helping users identify potential partners based on their specific SAF needs and availability, the platform enhances market visibility, promotes transparency, and fosters collaboration between market participants.
Benefits
The platform provides three key benefits:
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Find SAF sourcing opportunities
Discover potential SAF suppliers and buyers that align with your procurement needs.
Accelerate your SAF procurement
Reduce the complexity of finding relevant SAF counterparties through automated matchmaking.
Gain market visibility and insights
Increase the visibility of your SAF demand or supply within a targeted industry community and identify market opportunities.
The SAF Matchmaker supports spot purchases as well as offtake agreements and is currently available to airlines and SAF suppliers, with potential opportunities for broader stakeholder participation in the future.
The IATA SAF Matchmaker is available free of charge as a module within the Aviation Energy Hub.
Key Functionalities
- Publish SAF Offers and Requests: Easily create and manage SAF offers and procurement requests through a simple, intuitive interface. Keep opportunities up to date as requirements evolve, ensuring potential counterparties always have access to the latest information.
- Matching Engine: Automatically identify potential SAF supply and demand opportunities based on key criteria such as: delivery location and timeframe, feedstock preferences, production pathways, emissions reduction targets, and regulatory compliance (e.g. CORSIA and EU RED).
- Match Viewer: View and save potential matches in a dedicated interface designed to highlight opportunities aligned with your requirements.
- First Contact Facilitation: Connect directly with relevant SAF buyers or suppliers identified through the matching process.
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Request Access
Interested in joining the IATA SAF Matchmaker? Request access to the Aviation Energy Hub and start connecting with SAF buyers and suppliers worldwide.
- Request access to the Aviation Energy Hub by registering in the IATA Customer Portal.
- In the Customer Portal, select Aviation Energy Hub from the available services, and request access. You will receive a notification once your Aviation Energy Hub access has been granted.
If you have any questions, please contact us at safmatchmaker@iata.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA SAF Matchmaker?
The IATA SAF Matchmaker is a free platform that connects aircraft operators and fuel suppliers by matching SAF demand and supply opportunities based on user-defined criteria.
Who is the IATA SAF Matchmaker for?
The platform is available to aircraft operators and fuel suppliers worldwide. Users must have access to the Aviation Energy Hub to use the SAF Matchmaker.
How are matches defined?
Matches are generated by comparing SAF requests and offers against key criteria, including SAF delivery location and timeframe, feedstock, production pathway, emissions reductions, and sustainability certification requirements.
Can I post an anonymous offer or request?
Yes. Users can choose to remain anonymous when publishing offers or requests. Interested counterparts can request to be contacted through the platform without immediately revealing the identity of either party.