Air Arabia
Air Arabia, officially known as Air Arabia PJSC, is a leading low-cost airline headquartered in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (AE). Founded in 2003, it has established itself as a prominent player in the aviation industry, primarily serving the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. The airline is renowned for its affordable air travel options, offering a range of services that include passenger flights, cargo transport, and holiday packages. Air Arabia's unique business model focuses on cost efficiency and customer satisfaction, making it a preferred choice for budget-conscious travellers. With a fleet of modern aircraft and a commitment to operational excellence, Air Arabia has achieved significant milestones, including being the first low-cost carrier in the Middle East. Its strong market position is underscored by numerous awards for service quality and innovation in the airline sector.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Benchmark
Air Arabia's score of 3 is lower than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air Arabia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Air Arabia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,769,030,100 kg CO2e, comprising 2,769,030,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,553,410 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 191,980 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where the airline's Scope 1 emissions were about 2,120,253,370 kg CO2e. The airline's emissions data for 2021 indicates that it emitted approximately 1,261,192,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1. This upward trend in emissions highlights the challenges faced by the airline industry in reducing its carbon footprint amidst increasing operational demands. Currently, Air Arabia has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at mitigating its carbon emissions. The absence of defined climate commitments or science-based targets suggests that the airline may need to enhance its sustainability strategies to align with industry standards and global climate goals.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,261,192,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 |
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Air Arabia is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
