Corporate SAF Investments
Deutsche Bank & Lufthansa Partnered on a 1,600-Tonne SAF Deal
Adam Harrie — July 7, 2026
Deutsche Bank committed to a sustainable aviation fuel investment with the Lufthansa Group, covering approximately 1,600 metric tonnes of SAF and expected to reduce emissions by about 5,500 metric tonnes of CO₂, equivalent to roughly 520 Frankfurt-to-London flights. The investment supports Deutsche Bank's goal of nearly halving its supply chain CO₂ emissions by 2030 compared with 2019 levels.
The Lufthansa Group more than doubled its SAF sales volume in 2025, with around 1,700 companies participating in its corporate SAF programs and more than 5% of passengers opting for more sustainable travel choices. SAF produced from biogenic residues delivers lifecycle CO₂ emissions at least 80% lower than conventional jet fuel.
The investment shows how bulk SAF procurement is becoming a practical strategy for organizations seeking measurable emissions reductions within their business travel and supply chains.
