The Aviation Fuel Atlas
Does The Journey Of Fuel Supplied To An Aircraft Really Begin At The Airport?
For many, the journey of aviation fuel begins the moment it is loaded onto the aircraft. However, this visible operation is actually the final link in a much larger process. Safely refueling an aircraft cannot be achieved through a single area of expertise; it requires the seamless management of various
Is It Possible To Refuel An Aircraft While There Are Passengers On Board?
Refueling while passengers are on board is one of the most curious and misunderstood operations in aviation. This application can be carried out safely by fully applying the necessary safety measures, when the relevant country’s civil aviation regulations, airport rules and the airline’s ground operation procedures allow. While you are
Why Did Istanbul Airport’s Fuel Infrastructure Have To Be One Of The Largest In The World?
For airports positioned as global hubs, fuel infrastructure is a strategic system that enables operational continuity and determines airport capacity. The primary reason Istanbul Airport’s fuel infrastructure ranks among the largest in the world is to ensure the capacity to seamlessly manage the simultaneous operational demands generated by high traffic
Jet A-1 And Diesel Can Be Produced From The Same Crude Oil. So Why Aren’t They Interchangeable?
Jet A-1 and diesel fuel are both intermediate distillate products derived from crude oil. However, their similar origin does not mean they serve the same operational requirements. Diesel is a strategic fuel providing high efficiency in land transportation, logistics, agriculture, industry, and heavy vehicle operations. Jet A-1, on the other
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TFS Completes JIG Audit with “GOOD” Rating for the Third Consecutive Time.
Turkish Fuel Services (TFS) has successfully completed the Joint Inspection Group (JIG) audit for the third consecutive time, achieving the highest level of “GOOD” in aviation fuel operations. JIG, one of the most important audit mechanisms globally recognized in the aviation fuel sector, conducts comprehensive assessments in critical areas such
Turkish Fuel Services, Ranks 4th in Türkiye in Mineral Fuels Exports.
Turkish Fuel Services (TFS) ranked 4th in Turkey in the Mineral Fuels Export category according to the 2025 data of the Istanbul Chemical Materials and Products Exporters Association (İKMİB). In today’s world, where energy supply security and operational continuity are critically important on a global scale, TFS continues to provide
Operations and Sustainability in Aviation were discussed at Marmara University.
Turkish Fuel Services (TFS) Operations Manager Seyfullah Yavuz met with students at the “Operations Management and Sustainability in Aviation” panel, which was held as part of the “Aviation and Space Summit” organized at Marmara University and aimed to offer a holistic perspective to the aviation sector. At this valuable platform,
Natural Perfume Workshop Special for International Women’s Day, March 8th.
Turkish Fuel Services (TFS) organized a special event for its female employees on the occasion of International Women’s Day on March 8th. The Natural Perfume Making Workshop, held within the company, provided an opportunity for female employees to come together and enjoy a fun and creative experience. During the workshop,
TFS has created an environmental awareness experience area for children at Istanbul Airport.
Turkish Fuel Services (TFS) has taken ownership of three experience rooms within the Ramadan Village established at Istanbul Airport during the month of Ramadan, creating an environmental awareness-themed experience area for children. This initiative, implemented in collaboration with IGA at Istanbul Airport, which hosts thousands of passengers daily and where
The Strategic Dredging
Project at TFS Port has
been completed.
The comprehensive dredging project at TFS Port, which plays a critical role in Türkiye aviation infrastructure and is the sole fuel supply channel for iGA Istanbul Airport, has been successfully completed. Safety, continuity, and operational efficiency are among the most fundamental priorities in the aviation fuel supply chain. Over time,
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Turkish Fuel Services met with industry representatives in London.
Turkish Fuel Services (TFS), one of Türkiye leading and Europe’s largest aviation fuel supply companies, evaluated the energy and aviation sector’s expectations for 2026 with leading international stakeholders in the sector. During meetings held as part of the International Energy Week in London, strategic supply and sales plans for the
TÜBİTAK MAM Provides Training to Participants on Petroleum, SAF and Global Regulations.
The transformation of the energy sector is possible only when field experience, scientific knowledge, and strong collaborations come together on the same ground. With this understanding, TFS conducted a training program for participants from TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center (MAM), sharing its sectoral knowledge and operational experience in the areas of
TFS has implemented its “From Children to the Future” Social Impact Model in Arnavutköy.
Turkish Fuel Services (TFS) implemented the “From Children to the Future” social impact model in Arnavutköy, where it operates, addressing social impact with a measurable and sustainable approach. Within the scope of the project, designed with the ideas of young people and experienced in the field with children, approximately 100
