Questions around this news
What is TAT’s Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating initiative?
The release describes STAR as a Tourism Authority of Thailand program intended to raise tourism-industry standards and encourage operators to adopt sustainability practices. It is part of TAT’s strategic approach to developing safe, sustainable tourism and delivering high-value services and standards.
Which sustainability dimensions does the release associate with Bangkok Airways’ recognition?
The release links the recognition to environmental, social, and economic sustainability, in alignment with TAT’s Sustainable Tourism Goals. It also says the STAR initiative draws on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and considers governance, socio-economic, cultural, and environmental dimensions.
Since when has Bangkok Airways held the 5-Star Sustainability Star recognition?
According to the release, Bangkok Airways has maintained the recognition since 2023. The September 2025 announcement describes the latest certification as a renewed award, but does not provide additional details about how often assessments take place or the specific criteria used.
Bangkok, September 11, 2025 -- Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited has once again been recognized with the 5-Star “Sustainability Star” certification from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) under its Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating (STAR) initiative. The program is designed to elevate industry standards and encourage tourism operators to embrace sustainability practices, driving Thailand’s ambition to become a “World-Class Quality Destination” with balanced and sustainable growth.
This achievement reflects Bangkok Airways’ unwavering commitment to advancing sustainability across all dimensions—environmental, social, and economic, in alignment with TAT’s Sustainable Tourism Goals (STGs). The airline has proudly maintained this prestigious recognition since 2023, underscoring its consistent leadership in responsible tourism and aviation.
The STAR (Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating) program plays a pivotal role in fostering quality tourism within TAT’s strategic framework. It emphasizes “Shape Supply” development grounded in safety and sustainability, to deliver High-Value Services & Standards. The initiative also draws upon the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), encompassing 17 global objectives and reflecting sustainability across four key dimensions: governance, socio-economic, cultural, and environmental.
Bangkok Airways remains committed to driving sustainable aviation and tourism, reaffirming its role in contributing to a resilient and responsible travel industry.
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At a glance
- Company
- Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited
- Announcement
- Award
- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
Key figures
- Sustainability Star rating
- 5-Star
- Recognition maintained since
- 2023
- UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 17
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