Saxon Air, a leading aviation company dedicated to sustainable and innovative air travel solutions and is making waves in the field of sustainable aviation, demonstrating that the future is now.
CEO Alex Durand expressed his belief in the present action, stating, “We are not merely planning for the future; we are actively implementing change in the present. Furthermore, our agenda goes beyond addressing carbon emissions. It is essential for us to embrace broader objectives, such as promoting the circular economy and supporting local initiatives. This includes our beehive projects and the implementation of emission monitors to improve the local habitat.”
Saxon Air’s recent endeavours highlight the remarkable efforts being made in the eastern region to promote sustainable aviation.
A highlight of the busy month concluded in a visit from the Parliamentary Under-secretary of State in the Department of Transport, Baroness Charlotte Vere. She met several of the businesses Saxon Air is working with to create a sustainable aviation centre of excellence, followed by an aerial tour of Norwich from the skies. Vere concluded “local businesses are working together to drive innovation across the industry and reduce carbon emissions”.
During the visit, Andy Holyland of Hydrogen East who provided an update on the East of England Hydrogen Cluster which is being led by a proactive Industry Aviation Group of which Saxon Air are a partner. Holyland emphasised the potential of a facility like Saxon Air, which focuses on sustainable aviation and alternative fuels such as electric and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
Saxon Air’s partners such as Swiftair’s David Stambridge, Nuncats Tim Bridge and Ray Parsons of Premier flight school all spoke about their sustainable offerings that are intrinsically linked to the centre of excellence, working to bring sustainable solutions to the industry. Saxon Air also showed the Baroness Pipistrel Velis Electro on lease from another local partner, NEBOair, the world’s first certified electric aircraft.
To kick off the month, Alex Durand, took part in a headline panel debate on the decarbonisation of the supply chain at the East of England’s Energy Group (EEEGR’s) flagship Southern North Sea conference hosted by ScottishPower Renewables. The panel debated the merits of what is currently on offer, with Alex Durand highlighting that Saxon Air already has fully electric aircraft in operation.
