Uninterrupted aviation fuel supply to the Hong Kong International Airport
The Permanent Aviation Fuel Facility (PAFF) is a distribution terminal providing receipt, storage and transfer of aviation fuel services to support around 1,100 that take off and land at the HKIA every day.The operation of PAFF is franchised to ECO Aviation Fuel Services Limited by the Airport Authority (AA) and was commenced in December 2010.
OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE A SECURE, STABLE, AND EFFICIENT SUPPLY OF AVIATION FUEL, GUARANTEEING THE SMOOTH OPERATIONS AND SUSTAINED DEVELOPMENT OF HONGKONG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (HKIA).
The aviation fuel transported by oil tankers is unloaded and undergoes quality control at the twin-berth jetty of the Permanent Aviation Fuel Facility (PAFF). From there, the fuel is transferred via two 15-kilometre subsea pipelines passing through Sha Chau, and delivered to Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for aircraft refueling.
Swift and seamless, our marine operations ensure aviation fuel is offloaded safely and securely—every time.
PAFF is a port facility fully compliant with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. It operates under an approved Port Facility Security Plan, ensuring robust maritime security measures are in place. This provides assurance in the safety and integrity of both jetty and tanker operations.
We comply with international JIG standards. Our process includes quality testing, fuel settling, water draining, and filtration before the fuel enters the airport system. We conduct thorough checks to guarantee quality and operate 24/7 to maintain reliability. Our mission is to deliver high-quality fuel and ensure a secure supply, with precise quality control as our top priority.
We manage the entire fuel process from marine receipt to fuel transfer, ensuring every step is properly controlled and recorded to prevent fuel contamination and meet safety and quality standards. We track fuel movement and detect issues in real time. This approach guarantees continuous fuel supply for HKIA and reduces operational risks. Our priority is accuracy, reliability, and protecting the supply chain from start to finish.
Licensed total capacities
Max size of vessel accommodation
Fuel support share at the Hong Kong International Airport
Operating hours
Support at the HKIA every year
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