H2Uppp holds PtX training on aviation to advance sustainable aviation
On 21 & 22 July 2025, the International Hydrogen Ramp-up Programme (H2Uppp), implemented by GIZ Thailand, in collaboration with the International PtX Hub Academy, held a session entitled ‘Power-to-X (PtX) Training on Aviation’ in Bangkok, led by Torsten Schwab and Philip Miltrup, experts from the International PtX Hub Academy, who shared international insights and experiences.
This training was aimed at promoting common understanding on the roles and potential of PtX in support of greenhouse gas reduction in the aviation sector, especially with regard to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which is considered a key pathway towards achieving sustainable aviation. Thailand has unique potential in the development of SAF, thanks to its strategic location in Southeast Asia and its abundant biomass feedstocks, which can be used as key ingredients in SAF production.
(From left) Torsten Schwab and Philip Miltrup, experts from the International PtX Hub Academy
The training served as a significant platform, uniting stakeholders in the SAF value chain; from fuel producers, airlines, policymakers and regulators, academics and technology experts to business developers. This training stimulated in-depth exchange and discussions on collaborative pathways to shaping the vision for the future of PtX and SAF in Thailand and the region. This will help support Thailand in stepping up as the frontrunner of SAF policy, technology development and the market in the future
Over the two-day training event, participants gained insights and the opportunity to exchange perspectives on pathways, challenges and opportunities to implement PtX in the aviation sector. On Day 1, the training focused on laying the foundation in terms of knowledge related to the future prospects of aviation fuels and the roles of PtX as a key mechanism for developing SAF. The training also presented case studies and experiences from other countries, providing comparative approaches to help expand the participants’ perspectives. At the same time, the participants shared information and perspectives from their own organisations for further comprehensive exchanges.
On Day 2, the training delved into real-word topics on the production of e-SAF (a synthetic fuel converted from renewable energy), ranging from policy frameworks and sustainability aspects, financial mechanisms and economic incentives, production plant design and standard infrastructure to supply chains. This reflects the complexity of SAF development, which requires collaboration across different sectors, including policy, technology and investment. In the afternoon, participants brainstormed and exchanged ideas in a workshop to shape the direction of the SAF market and policy development in Thailand in alignment with the 2050 vision. The workshop enabled the participants to reflect and consider different perspectives from stakeholders, including policy and economy feasibility analysis, and strategies to create regional and international cooperation. Ultimately, this workshop supported policymaking and market development for SAF for the future of Thailand – a major step in laying the foundation to becoming the frontrunner of sustainable aviation in Southeast Asia.
This training was part of the H2Uppp programme, financed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) and implemented in Thailand by GIZ. The programme drives the development of green hydrogen and Power-to-X in Thailand by sharing knowledge, strengthening skills and creating partnerships between the public and private sector.
More information about the H2Uppp programme: https://www.thai-german-cooperation.info/en-us/international-hydrogen-ramp-up-programme-h2-uppp/