Bangkok Airways Officially Introduces Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on Commercial Flights

Reinforcing Its “Low Carbon Skies” Commitment and Supporting Sustainable Aviation in Thailand

Bangkok, July 4, 2025 -- Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited continues to drive its "Low Carbon Skies by Bangkok Airways" campaign, aiming to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. The airline has officially announced the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on its commercial flights, reinforcing Thailand’s green aviation industry and laying a crucial foundation for environmentally balanced aviation development in the future. The initiative will take effect starting July 1, 2025. 

Captain Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth, President of Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited, revealed that “The official use of SAF on commercial flights marks a significant milestone in the airline’s transition toward a more environmentally friendly aviation future. This initiative aligns with the goal of achieving Net Zero Carbon Emissions, which lies at the heart of sustainability policies in the aviation sector. In 2024, the airline began using SAF on a pilot flight operating between Samui and Bangkok. This time, SAF will be used on commercial flights departing from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport) to international destinations including Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Luang Prabang, and the Maldives.”

Bangkok Airways will begin using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blended at 1% with 99% Jet A-1 fuel, which can help reduce carbon dioxide emissions by an average of approximately 128 kilograms of CO₂ per flight. 

As a leading regional airline, Bangkok Airways is committed to enhancing the quality of its services while upholding its core mission to create sustainable value for all stakeholders. The airline takes pride in delivering memorable and environmentally conscious travel experiences to its passengers, while actively contributing to the genuine and sustainable growth of Thailand’s aviation industry. 

Bangkok Airways is committed to evolving into a truly “Sustainable Airline,” guided by the ESG framework, which is integrated across all aspects of its operations. The airline upholds responsibility in three aspects: Environmental, Social, and Governance. In terms of environmental responsibility, Bangkok Airways focuses on climate change management, waste management, efficient use of resources, and the adoption of alternative energy sources. The company continues to explore comprehensive measures to improve fuel efficiency, conduct corporate carbon footprint reporting (Scopes 1–3), expand waste separation bins, and promote the upcycling of operational waste into products that benefit both society and the environment. The airline also encourages stakeholders to participate in environmentally friendly services and initiatives, such as the “Love Earth, Save Earth” project, now in its 8th year, which involves planting coconut trees to support the ecosystem of Koh Samui.

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