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 Average
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Industry Benchmark
Air Arabia's score of 3 is lower than 67% 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, 3,553,410 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 191,980 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2022, where emissions were about 2,120,253,370 kg CO2e, and from 2021, which recorded approximately 1,261,192,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions alone. Despite the rising emissions, Air Arabia has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at mitigating their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or pledges suggests a need for further transparency in their sustainability efforts. As the airline industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding climate impact, Air Arabia's future strategies will be crucial in addressing these challenges and aligning with global climate goals.
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Add to project| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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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.
