Nation initiates "Alliance New Flying" program
Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Transport Launches Alliance for New Flying
The Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Transport has taken a significant step forward in its efforts to promote climate-friendly flying, with the launch of the Alliance for New Flying. The alliance, which was officially presented by Transport Minister Winfried Hermann at a kick-off event at Stuttgart Airport, is a key component in implementing the Action Plan reFuels in the Aviation sector.
The Action Plan reFuels, presented by Minister Hermann on September 15, 2025, outlines interdepartmentally coordinated proposals for adjusting European regulations to promote power-based fuels. The central approach of the alliance is to focus on the direct use of climate-friendly fuels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, rather than compensatory measures.
The Alliance for New Flying has formed an alliance with partners from various sectors, including the Ministry of Transport itself. Interested companies and organizations can join the Alliance at any time, as it currently consists of twelve members and interested parties, and is open to further committed partners. The Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Transport will coordinate and support the work of the Alliance in the initial phase.
The alliance aims to promote the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) among companies that are willing to pay a premium for climate-friendly flight activities. The goal of this alliance is to significantly increase the use of SAF to support the state's climate goals.
The alliance promotes the benefits of sustainable aviation fuels, raises public awareness, provides a platform for stakeholder exchange and networking for pilot projects, and advocates for better regulatory frameworks at the national and European levels. The alliance also eventually aims to expand its commitment to include private travelers.
In addition to the Alliance for New Flying, the Oneworld Alliance, a global airline alliance, is actively seeking a new Indian airline partner, with candidates including Indigo, Spicejet, and Akasa Air, and has plans for expansion and partnership developments shared in September 2025. However, the name of this organization that joined the Alliance for New Flying is not explicitly mentioned in the available search results.
The kick-off event emphasized the need for clear, standardized processes and a transparent book-and-claim system for SAF use at airports in Baden-Württemberg. The alliance aims to be pioneers in climate-neutral flying and will work towards increasing the voluntary use of SAF, initially focusing on business flights.
For more information, contact the Ministry of Transport's Press Office or Citizen's Representative, whose contact information is available online.
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