Kenya Airways (KQ) was recognized as a leader in sustainability at the 2024 SkyTeam Aviation Challenge, earning prestigious awards for its innovative initiatives.
KQ received top honours in two key categories:
- Best Scaled Catering Solution: Recognizing the airline’s successful transition to eco-friendly in-flight dining with the introduction of traditional African bread baskets and aluminium food containers, eliminating an estimated 24 tonnes of plastic waste annually.
- Best Approach to Scaling Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF): Acknowledging KQ’s partnership to establish Kenya’s first SAF production plant, which will deliver affordable SAF, create jobs, and boost local tree cover.
Furthermore, KQ received recognition for:
- Best Team Collaboration: For its Sustainability Champions program fostering cross-departmental synergy.
- Best Climate Literacy: For its comprehensive sustainability training programs.
We’re thrilled to announce our incredible victory at the 2024 SkyTeam Aviation Challenge! 🏆
Our unwavering commitment to sustainability has earned us not one but two prestigious awards:
1. Best Scaled Catering Solution for significantly reducing single-use plastics onboard.… pic.twitter.com/wUJjtuBrdx— Kenya Airways (@KenyaAirways) January 16, 2025
These awards highlight KQ’s commitment to environmental stewardship and its leadership in sustainable aviation within Africa.
Kenya Airways Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Allan Kilavuka said the awards demonstrate the airline’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
“The wins and recognition at the 2024 Aviation Challenge are a testament to our commitment to sustainability and innovation. By embracing sustainable aviation fuel, reducing single-use plastics, and fostering collaboration across teams, we are driving meaningful change for the aviation industry and our planet,” said Kenya Airways Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Allan Kilavuka.
