The electric refueler truck—the first of its kind for the company—was delivered on March 17 and was immediately put into service, effectively eliminating a point of emissions production for the FBO. Avfuel will deliver a second unit to the FBO in the coming weeks.
“The delivery of our electric-powered refueler truck further highlights both Avfuel's and Del Monte Aviation's commitment to sustainability within their operations and beyond,” said David Mittleman, regional sales manager for Avfuel. "The collaboration between Avfuel and Del Monte Aviation showcases a powerful model for how the industry can come together to drive sustainability forward. We're proud to lead the way in shaping its future."
Monterey Regional Airport and its FBOs have long been at the forefront of sustainable operations within the aviation industry. In 2021, Monterey Jet Center—another Avfuel-branded location at KMRY—became Avfuel’s first consistent supply location of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™, marking a turning point in the widespread adoption of SAF.
“Del Monte Aviation is pleased to continue to grow our industry-leading partnership with Avfuel to create unique, sustainable fueling options for our customers,” said Matt Wright, vice president of Del Monte Aviation. “The addition of electric refueler trucks represents an ongoing commitment to providing the latest in technology to complement and enhance an award-winning culture of safety and service in operations, while doing so with an increasingly smaller environmental footprint."
The creation of these innovative electric-powered refueler trucks was driven by Avfuel’s in-house shop team, who worked in close concert with Avfuel’s sales team and Del Monte Aviation over the past year to bring the FBO’s vision to life. The operations collaborated closely to ensure seamless delivery and integration of the new vehicle into Del Monte Aviation’s fleet.
This milestone further highlights Avfuel’s commitment to driving innovation--advancing sustainability for the aircraft it fuels, how it fuels them and throughout operations. For more information on Avfuel’s sustainability initiatives, please visit Avfuel.com/Zero.
