MANILA, Nov. 21 -- South Korea's flag carrier Korean Air (KE) and engineering firm Samsung E&A have teamed up to build a reliable, large-scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and supply ecosystem.

SAF lessens the carbon footprint in flight operations as this is made up of renewable waste and raw materials.

"This partnership will further contribute to the aviation industry's Net Zero 2050 goal and enhance our ability to effectively navigate evolving global environmental regulations, including SAF mandates," KE said in a statement on Friday.

Through its partnership with Samsung E&A, the two will develop a SAF production and supply chain originating in the United States.

A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed by KE Vic...