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Emirates Flight Catering

Emirates Flight Catering, a leading player in the aviation catering industry, is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (AE). Established in 1982, the company has grown to become one of the largest in-flight catering providers globally, serving over 100 airlines and catering to millions of passengers annually. With a focus on high-quality meals and exceptional service, Emirates Flight Catering offers a diverse range of culinary options, including gourmet meals, special dietary offerings, and bespoke catering solutions. Their state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to innovation set them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their operational excellence, Emirates Flight Catering has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying their position as a trusted partner in the aviation sector. Their dedication to sustainability and quality continues to drive their success in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Emirates Flight Catering's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Hospitality industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Emirates Flight Catering's score of 34 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Emirates Flight Catering's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Emirates Flight Catering reported total carbon emissions of approximately 214,308,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 124,602,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 89,706,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 6,714,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 3 emissions, specifically from business travel. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050. To achieve this, Emirates Flight Catering plans to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline for these reductions. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. In previous years, emissions were significantly higher, with 2022 emissions at approximately 26,966,466,000 kg CO2e and 2021 at about 11,260,610,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend towards improved emissions management. The company is on track to meet its near-term reduction targets, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility in the aviation catering sector.

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Scope 1
34,519,429,000
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Scope 2
193,335,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Emirates Flight Catering's primary industry is Hotel and restaurant services (55), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Emirates Flight Catering is in AE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Emirates Flight Catering is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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