Spanish energy company Moeve has become the first external supplier of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to join Shell’s blockchain-based Avelia platform, a global initiative designed to accelerate the use of cleaner aviation fuels. The collaboration marks a major milestone in efforts to scale SAF adoption within the aviation industry, which continues to face challenges in meeting decarbonization goals.
According to reports shared after the signing of the agreement, Shell confirmed that Moeve’s participation expands the reach of Avelia by introducing a new independent producer into its ecosystem of airlines, fuel suppliers, and corporate buyers. The development is seen as a significant step toward broadening supply chain participation and promoting transparency in the SAF market.
Expanding the Blockchain Network for Clean Aviation
Launched in 2022, Shell’s Avelia platform was created in partnership with Amex Global Business Travel and Accenture to streamline SAF transactions through a blockchain-based “book and claim” model. This digital framework enables airlines and corporate travelers to purchase the environmental benefits of SAF even when physical supply is not available at their departure locations.
The system allows buyers to claim verified emission reductions while fuel suppliers record and validate the actual use of SAF at participating airports. By mid-2025, Avelia had already facilitated the use of more than 41 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel across 17 airports worldwide. The inclusion of Moeve as a new supplier is expected to strengthen this digital marketplace, improving availability and traceability of low-carbon fuels across the aviation sector.
Moeve’s Role in Sustainable Fuel Production
Moeve produces SAF from used cooking oil at its La Rábida Energy Park in Spain, contributing to circular economy practices and waste-to-fuel innovation. The company has outlined plans to significantly expand its production capabilities, targeting a capacity of 800,000 metric tons per year by 2030. This growth is expected to enhance Europe’s supply of renewable aviation fuels and support the region’s broader energy transition objectives.
Somos el primer proveedor externo de SAF (combustible sostenible de aviación) que se une a Avelia.
➡️ La plataforma líder de “book and claim” que facilita el acceso a los beneficios de reducción de emisiones que conseguimos con el SAF.
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— Moeve (@MoeveGlobal) October 13, 2025
The partnership with Shell positions Moeve as a key player in the emerging digital ecosystem for sustainable fuels, enabling greater coordination between producers, distributors, and corporate clients through blockchain verification. This collaboration also reinforces the role of digital transparency and traceable carbon accounting in building confidence among buyers and regulators.
Global Push Toward Aviation Decarbonization
Despite increasing commitments to reduce emissions, the global SAF market continues to face supply shortages and scalability barriers. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported in June that SAF production is projected to double in 2025, reaching approximately 2 million tons. However, even at that level, SAF would represent only 0.7% of total global airline fuel consumption, underscoring the urgent need for expansion and investment.
Industry analysts note that initiatives like Shell’s Avelia and partnerships with independent producers such as Moeve are essential to bridging the gap between demand and supply. By leveraging blockchain for verification and accountability, the aviation sector gains a trusted mechanism to measure real emissions savings and build a transparent market for sustainable fuels.
A Step Toward Cleaner Skies
Through its participation in Avelia, Moeve adds momentum to the ongoing transition toward low-carbon aviation. The collaboration highlights how technological innovation—particularly blockchain—can foster coordination among diverse stakeholders, from producers to corporate travelers, in addressing the aviation industry’s environmental impact.
As aviation continues its pursuit of net-zero emissions, partnerships combining renewable fuel production and digital transparency tools are expected to shape the future of sustainable flight, moving the sector closer to its decarbonization goals.