Event context: IATA’s Aviation Energy Forum met in Paris on 12–14 May 2026. Its published programme addressed jet fuel logistics, the cost and implementation of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and the standardisation of digital fuelling workflows. This article summarises the planning questions these topics raise for aircraft operators; it does not treat conference discussion points as measured outcomes or a current price forecast.
Why does fuel supply planning matter to an operator?
A fuel quotation is only one part of a workable uplift. An operator also needs the correct airport and date, local supplier acceptance, a valid release, the requested grade and quantity, delivery timing, payment terms and a plan for schedule changes. At a busy or constrained station, late changes can affect both the uplift and the flight schedule.
IATA’s Paris forum programme described pressure on Europe’s ports, pipelines and storage networks as refinery capacity and import patterns change. It also scheduled discussion of SAF mandate costs and different digital tools used in fuel operations. These were agenda topics; a specific airport’s availability and price still require a current station quotation.
What should be confirmed before a fuel uplift?
Send the aircraft registration, operator, airport, local date and time, fuel grade, estimated quantity and handling contact. Ask the fuel coordinator to identify the local supplier, quotation basis, taxes or additional fees, payment terms, release reference, delivery window and escalation contact. The crew and operator remain responsible for the uplift requirement and operational decisions; the local supplier is responsible for delivery and applicable quality procedures.
If SAF is requested, confirm availability at the station, product specification, commercial terms and any documentation needed by the operator. Do not assume that a policy discussion means SAF is available for a particular movement. For conventional Jet A-1 planning, see our Jet A-1 guide.
How ASM supports private and commercial aviation
ASM coordinates aviation fuel supply through its fuel supply partners for private and commercial aircraft operators. Related flight support can be requested where permits, ground handling or itinerary changes affect the fuel plan. For a fuller step-by-step account, read our fuel quote-to-uplift guide. Service availability and the final release are confirmed for each station and movement.
Source: IATA Aviation Energy Forum and its 2026 Paris programme. Event dates and topics are historical; operators should check current station requirements when planning a flight.
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