ACI APAC & MID Regional Environment Committee to Collaborate with Airlines on Sustainable Practices

The 19th Meeting of the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Environment Committee meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, from 10-12 September 2024 concluded with key outcomes that include a continued focus on collaboration with airlines in areas such as cabin waste management, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), and renewable energy for aircraft. The committee also approved the work plan and progress of the climate adaptation study for the APAC & MID regions and emphasised the importance of sharing best practices in firefighting foam usage and avoiding greenwashing claims.

The meeting gathered over 50 environmental sustainability experts from airports, World Business Partners, and industry stakeholders across the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions. 

Among the highlights was a keynote speech by Dr. Kerati Kijmanawat, President of Airports of Thailand, which set the tone for a series of productive discussions.

Dr. Kerati Kijmanawat, President of Airports of Thailand (left), Mr. Gerald Ng, Changi Airport Group (Singapore) Pte. Limited, Chair of REC (right)

Mr. Gidae Shin, Special Project Officer, ACI APAC & MID

Additionally, insights from a guest speaker from the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) offered unique perspectives on the industry's latest sustainable development initiatives.