Fiji Airways spent $504million on fuel in 2023 that was up by 34 per cent when compared with 2022, states the company’s 2023 annual report that was tabled in Parliament on Friday.
The airline said this increase was due to higher levels of consumption driven by increased flying, lower fuel prices, and a stronger US dollar.
“On 26 August 2023, Fiji Airways took delivery of its fourth Airbus A350-900 aircraft, and the ferry flight from Singapore to Nadi was powered by a 30-40 per cent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blend, with a carbon saving of around 46,768 kg (47t),” said the airline.
“As a small island national carrier, we are very proud of this historic flight.
“For the remainder of 2023, each flight from Singapore to Nadi operated using a small (2- 3 per cent) SAF component.
“By using sustainable fuels, Fiji Airways and all airlines can make a significant contribution to the fight against climate change.”
Fiji Airways states in 2023, it launched several initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact such as planting one tree for every take-off and landing, including reducing single-use plastics and increasing recycling efforts.
“Our commitment to sustainability meets the growing demand from environmentally conscious travellers.”
