Airbus and MAG sign MOU on emissions studies
SINGAPORE: Airbus and Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, have embarked on a collaborative effort with the co-signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at conducting comprehensive studies on the carbon emissions of the airline group.
The agreement was signed in Singapore, ahead of the air show there, by MAG’s group chief sustainability officer Philip See and Airbus chief sustainability officer Julie Kitcher.
This significant step signifies the initiation of a two-year partnership between the two entities, dedicated to exploring various avenues for decarbonisation within MAG’s operations. The MoU between Airbus and MAG encompasses five key areas of focus.
These include: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF); Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR); assessment of financial implications associated with carbon dioxide reduction; forecast and scenario planning; and joint advocacy and communication efforts.
A joint-working group, comprising representatives from both Airbus and MAG, has already been established and has been engaged in extensive deliberations on diverse aspects of decarbonisation strategies tailored to MAG’s unique requirements.
“This study with Airbus will strengthen the momentum MAG has on making our aviation unit more sustainable. Since the launch of MAG’s
This study with Airbus will strengthen the momentum MAG has on making our aviation unit more sustainable. Since the launch of MAG’s Sustainability Blueprint in 2021, the Group is committed to promote socioeconomic development and to achieve net zero carbon emission by 2050.
Philip See
Sustainability Blueprint in 2021, the Group is committed to promote socio-economic development and to achieve net zero carbon emission by 2050.
“This collaboration with Airbus is part of that initiative, and through the study, MAG will be better equipped to deliver on its environmental responsibilities and empower global communities it serves,” said See.
Kitcher said: “Airbus is committed to pioneering sustainable aviation, and this MoU showcases our commitment to increase the development and adoption of decarbonisation tools such as SAF and CDR.
“Airbus and Malaysia Airlines have a longstanding relationship, which will further deepen when we celebrate the delivery of their new widebody fleet of A330neo later this year.
“This agreement will not only provide an excellent foundation for MAG’s sustainability roadmap, but also for Malaysia and the wider Asean region.”