The awards recognise airlines making significant progress in reducing their environmental impact, divided into Full Service, Low-Cost Carriers, and Package Holiday/Leisure categories.

In the Full Service category, Vietnam Airlines was commended for its initiatives across air and ground operations, guided by four sustainability pillars: emissions reduction, recycling/reuse, carbon offsets, and green offices. AirlineRatings.com noted, “The airline has increased the use of ground power instead of jet fuel-burning Auxiliary Power Units (APUs), reused unused disposable utensils (saving an average value of about VND1 billion per year), and replaced disposable plastics with environmentally friendly materials such as wood, paper, and bamboo.”

Eco-friendly products have been introduced onboard, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is now used on all flights to Europe. On February 15, Vietnam Airlines implemented a SAF surcharge to further support sustainable operations. “In its offices, Vietnam Airlines has digitised processes to reduce paper waste, switched to LED lighting, and installed automatic air conditioning systems,” the website added.

In the Low-Cost Carriers category, Vietjet was recognised for operating one of Asia’s youngest fleets, mainly Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft that prioritise fuel efficiency and waste reduction.

As part of its sustainability measures, the airline is phasing out single-use plastics, introducing bamboo utensils in premium cabins, and adopting SAF along with advanced engine technologies and optimised operational practices such as reduced flap take-offs and efficient taxi fuel procedures.

AirlineRatings.com highlighted, “The smart seating layout not only ensures a comfortable journey for travellers but also contributes to lower carbon emissions per passenger per kilometre travelled.”

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