📋 Tender Overview
Kuala Lumpur, April 21, 2025 - Santan, F&B Business Unit from Capital A, launched an environmentally friendly initiative by replacing disposable plastic packaging on AirAsia flights with polylastic acid (PLA) which can be decomposed in biological. PLA, which is made from renewable resources such as corn and cassava, can be decomposed faster than conventional plastic and has been guaranteed for household composting. Extracted with Rightway New Material, PLA offers a main advantage compared to traditional plastic because it can decompose much faster. The study shows that PLA can decompose more than 90% in the process of composting industry, while conventional plastic can take hundreds of years to decompose. PLA -coated PLA paper cups have also been certified for household composting, providing convenience and environmentally friendly options for passengers. This initiative is currently being launched in Malaysia and Thailand, with plans to gradually expanded to all AirAsia airline groups totaling seven under the AirAsia brand. Goh, CEO of coconut milk said, In coconut milk, we believe that every flight is an opportunity to present not only an extraordinary and valuable eating experience, but also a positive impact on the environment. Strategic transition to PLA packaging that can be decomposed play an important role in overcoming the problem of plastic waste in the aviation sector. means for the sake of the earth. added Cathrine. Realizing the challenges in waste management, where disposable packaging remains important for cleanliness and operational efficiency, coconut milk completes the transition to this composable cutlery by utilizing artificial intelligence to optimize food resource management. By improving estimates and reducing excess production, this approach is able to minimize food waste while increasing the efficiency of supply chains, which ultimately encourages more sustainable use of resources and operations. Santan is Capital A F&B business unit that was established in 2015. In addition to serving AirAsia flight catering, coconut milk also develops retail businesses and corporate catering services. With a focus on innovation and expansion to Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines, coconut milk presents quality culinary experiences in the air and on land.
AirAsia cabin crew with new environmentally friendly cups, made from polylactic acid (PLA), materials that can be decomposed in biological and derived from sources such as corn and cassava.
IndonesianAhasia IndonesiaApril 21, 2025kuala mud
