SAS achieves landmark IATA IEnvA assessment certification

SAS has received official approval of its IEnvA Assessment Report, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability. 

As the aviation industry faces growing concerns regarding its environmental footprint, SAS leads in sustainable practices, continuously updating its Environmental Management System to align with industry standards. This achievement not only highlights SAS leadership in environmental stewardship but also serves as a model for others in the industry. 

“SAS is the first airline within the SkyTeam alliance to receive the IATA IEnvA Assessment Program Certification. Not only that, but we're also the only airline to score this certification across all three Air Operator Certificates (AOCs) – covering everything from flight and ground ops to cargo, products, and services. This accomplishment isn't just about meeting the ISO 14001 standards: it’s about going above and beyond with IATA’s rigorous and aviation specific IEnvA criteria. We are excited to celebrate this milestone and e even more driven to keep redefining the limits for a sustainable future in aviation.” says Ann-Sofie Hörlin, Head of Sustainability at SAS. 

The IEnvA standard builds on ISO 14001, maintaining its stringency while incorporating additional, aviation-specific requirements from IATA. Recognized by top ESG rating agencies like Sustainable Fitch, S&P Global, EcoVadis, and SGS, it provides a robust framework for environmental management in the aviation sector. 

SAS has achieved certificate across the following activities:  

• Corporate activities 

• Flight operations 

• Maintenance repair and overhaul 

• Ground handling 

• Cargo   

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SAS, Scandinavia's leading airline since 1946, operates from its principal hub at Copenhagen Airport (CPH), complemented by hubs in Oslo (OSL) and Stockholm (ARN).
Our mission is to connect Scandinavia with the world and the world with Scandinavia. Each year, SAS serves more than 25 million passengers and transports 60 000 tons of cargo to 135 destinations across Europe, the USA, and Asia. With a passionate workforce of over 10,000 colleagues, we collaborate with partners and customers to drive transformative changes in aviation. We are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, embodying the visionary spirit of our founders: “To move from the old to what is about to come, is the only tradition worth keeping”. Innovation and societal progress are at the heart of everything we do. SAS joined SkyTeam in September 2024 and together with our partner airlines we offer a wide network worldwide. 

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