The SMBR Global Aviation Award offers one million dollars in prizes for undergraduate and postgraduate research in SAF, along with recognition for research institutions through trophies and certificates.

The company is ramping up production of SAF to more than half a million tonnes annually, as Europe heads toward a 6% SAF blend mandate in 2030. The game-changing fuel can reduce aviation carbon emissions by up to 80% over legacy fuels.

The decision makes the Florida county one of the first U.S. locations to provide eco-friendly advanced air mobility transport.

A panel at the June 4, 2025, NBAA White Plains Regional Forum highlighted several themes central to the industry’s CLIMBING. FAST. advocacy campaign, including business aviation's continued innovation, sustainability and community impact.

The company will establish a facility at Florida’s Cecil Airport to build its Phantom 3500 business jet, employing 1,200 workers.

The company and consortium partners will undertake a £10.8m project to develop a system for powering a zero-emission aircraft.