Air Arabia Sustainability Profile
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.
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Air Arabia's score of 10 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Air Arabia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Air Arabia, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,770,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,769,030,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Additionally, the airline's Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity, amounted to about 3,553,410 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 191,980 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, Air Arabia's Scope 1 emissions were about 2,120,253,370 kg CO2e, indicating a significant increase in emissions year-on-year. The airline has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. Air Arabia's emissions data is sourced directly from the company, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The airline's commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear, as no specific reduction initiatives or targets have been outlined in the available data.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 947,000 | 000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 |
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Air Arabia's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Air Arabia has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
