Deutsche Bank invests in SAF with Lufthansa Group

Deutsche Bank has announced an investment in the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with Lufthansa Group as part of its strategy to reduce emissions from corporate air travel. The agreement covers approximately 1.6 thsd tons of SAF, which is expected to cut carbon emissions by around 5.5 thsd tons of CO₂.

According to the companies, the emissions reduction is equivalent to the CO₂ generated by approximately 520 flights between Frankfurt and London operated by an Airbus A320neo. The initiative builds on the growing partnership between Deutsche Bank and Lufthansa Group, which has been expanding since 2025.

Lufthansa said that an increasing number of companies are seeking to make business travel more sustainable, and that investments in SAF are one of the most effective ways to reduce aviation emissions today. The airline emphasized that strong corporate demand is essential for developing the sustainable aviation fuel market.

Deutsche Bank noted that SAF is a key element of its plan to nearly halve supply chain CO₂ emissions by 2030 compared with 2019. In addition to reducing its own emissions, the bank aims to stimulate demand for alternative aviation fuels.

According to the partners, stable demand from major companies will encourage greater SAF production, improve its competitiveness, and accelerate the decarbonization of the aviation industry.

Tags: Germany, biofuel