Lomé is taking bold steps toward a greener aviation sector with two landmark agreements designed to accelerate the country’s energy transition in air travel. The deals, inked between the Lomé-Tokoin Airport Authority (SALT) and T-OIL, a state-owned energy enterprise, aim to introduce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and expand critical fuel storage capacity at the Lomé International Airport.
The partnerships include the phased adoption of SAF—a cleaner alternative to conventional jet fuel—and the construction of a new 1,500-cubic-meter Jet A1 storage tank on the airport grounds. These moves align with global efforts to decarbonize aviation while strengthening energy resilience in one of West Africa’s busiest air hubs.
The agreements were finalized during the 2026 edition of the Annual Assembly of African Airports and Airlines (AATCE) in Lomé, underscoring the city’s growing role as a regional aviation leader. By prioritizing sustainable fuel solutions, the initiative responds to mounting pressure on airlines and airports to adopt eco-friendly practices as part of broader climate commitments.
The new storage infrastructure will not only enhance fuel supply security for aircraft departing from Lomé but also support the anticipated growth in air traffic across the subregion. With passenger and cargo volumes rising, the expanded capacity ensures smoother operations and reduced logistical bottlenecks for carriers operating in and out of Togo.
This push for modernization reflects the government’s strategic priorities under the leadership of Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, who has championed infrastructure upgrades and clean energy initiatives as pillars of national development. The Ministers of Transport and Energy & Mines have reaffirmed their backing, emphasizing a shared vision for a more sustainable, resilient, and interconnected aviation network in West Africa.
