Mumbai: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) highlighted its long-standing partnerships with international airlines KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Air France during the IATA Aviation Energy Forum (AEF) 2026, held in Guangzhou. The interaction reaffirmed BPCL’s commitment to strengthening aviation fuel partnerships, ensuring reliable fuel supplies and supporting the evolving requirements of the global aviation industry.
BPCL shares a relationship of more than 102 years with KLM and over four decades with Air France. These long-standing associations reflect mutual trust, operational excellence and a shared commitment to delivering quality aviation fuel services.
The BPCL delegation was led by Subhankar Sen, Director (Marketing), and included Sanjeev Kumar, Business Head (Aviation); Anurag Saraogi, Executive Director (Biofuels); and M. Sankar, Executive Director, Mumbai Refinery.
Representing the airline partners were Dave Hedges, Regional Fuel Manager, KLM, and Ms. Sylvie Durand, Fuel Regional Manager, Air France.
BPCL Reaffirms Commitment to Reliable Aviation Fuel Services
During the interaction, BPCL reaffirmed its commitment to providing reliable aviation fuel supplies across Indian airports while maintaining consistent quality, high safety standards and seamless service delivery.
The discussions focused on strengthening operational coordination and identifying areas of mutual interest to further enhance the existing partnerships.
BPCL highlighted its efforts to support the changing requirements of the aviation sector through dependable fuel availability, efficient operations and high-quality services.
The engagement also provided an opportunity for representatives of BPCL, KLM and Air France to exchange views on improving aviation fuel operations and further strengthening their long-standing business relationships.
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Discussions Focus on BeWinged Aviation Digitalisation Initiative
An important part of the discussions was BPCL’s BeWinged initiative, which focuses on automation and digitalisation in aviation fuel operations.
The initiative reflects the company’s efforts to leverage technology to improve operational efficiency, streamline processes and enhance service delivery across the aviation sector.
The teams discussed the role of digital solutions in supporting the changing operational requirements of airlines and improving the overall efficiency of aviation fuel services.
BPCL Highlights Progress on Sustainable Aviation Fuel
The discussions also covered BPCL’s progress in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), an important area in the global aviation industry’s transition towards more sustainable operations.
The growing focus on SAF reflects the importance of developing alternative fuel solutions to support the aviation sector’s long-term sustainability objectives.
BPCL highlighted its efforts in this area while discussing the preparedness and evolving requirements of the aviation industry.
The discussions underscored the importance of combining technological innovation, operational efficiency and sustainable fuel solutions to meet the future needs of global aviation.
BPCL and Airline Partners Explore New Opportunities for Collaboration
The interaction at IATA Aviation Energy Forum 2026 highlighted the importance of BPCL’s long-standing associations with KLM and Air France.
The partnerships, built over several decades, demonstrate the mutual confidence and cooperation between the organisations. Both sides expressed their intent to further strengthen their relationships and explore new milestones in aviation energy.
BPCL reiterated its focus on innovation, sustainability, quality and reliable service delivery while continuing to support international airline operations at Indian airports.
About Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) is a leading public sector oil and gas company in India, operating under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. The company is engaged in refining, marketing and distribution of petroleum products, including aviation turbine fuel (ATF). BPCL also focuses on expanding its presence in emerging energy areas, including biofuels, sustainable aviation fuel and digital solutions, while supporting India’s evolving energy requirements.
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