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
The Aviation Fuel Atlas
As TFS, we channel our energy not only into aviation but also into projects that add value to society.
At Turkish Fuel Services (TFS), we are committed to channeling our energy not only into the aviation sector but also into projects that create social benefit. In this context, we examined the inspiring social responsibility ideas submitted by volunteers participating in the Summit 23 | Twenty Three event, of which
Petrotürk Interview with
our CEO, Mr. Muhammed
Cahit Şirin.
Mr. Muhammed Cahit Şirin, General Manager of Turkish Fuel Services (TFS), made important assessments in the context of Petrotürk’s “Aviation Fuels Special Report,” a leading industry publication. In the interview, Mr. Şirin detailed TFS’s recent strong growth momentum, its vision for environmental sustainability, and its strategic and leading role in
Children from TFS turned waste food into paint and their dreams into art!
As Turkish Fuel Services (TFS), we organized a special event to encourage environmental awareness and creativity. TFS children painted their dreams on the Istanbul skyline using all-natural paints derived from waste food. The children, using the magical power of color, put a special touch on sustainability, creating a meaningful work
At TFS Family Picnic 2025, we all felt the value of being a family again.
As Turkish Fuel Services (TFS), we successfully held the TFS Family Picnic 2025, once again demonstrating the importance we place on people and family. At this special event, we, as the extended TFS family, rekindled the value of coming together and being a family. The warm and joyful moments we
Turkish Fuel Services ranks 25th among Turkey’s top 500 companies.
As Turkish Fuel Services (TFS), we are proud to once again confirm our contribution to the Turkish economy and our strong position in the sector. According to 2024 data, we ranked 25th among Turkey’s top 500 companies with net sales of 122.27 billion TL. This significant achievement, as Turkey’s undisputed
Interview with TFS General Manager Muhammed Cahit Şirin, Fortune Türkiye Magazine.
Mr. Muhammed Cahit Şirin, General Manager of Turkish Fuel Services (TFS), shared his insights in an exclusive interview with Fortune Turkey Magazine, where he discussed the company’s pioneering projects that are shaping the aviation industry and its significant contributions to Turkey’s aviation ecosystem. During the interview, Mr. Şirin elaborated on
The Aviation Fuel Atlas
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,
