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Capital A’s Santan makes the shift to biodegradables
The post Capital A’s Santan makes the shift to biodegradables appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Capital A’s food and beverage arm Santan announced its transition from single-use plastics to biodegradable material today, 21st April. The The post Capital A’s Santan makes the shift to biodegradables appeared first on Travel Daily Media.
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Capital A’s food and beverage arm Santan announced its transition from single-use plastics to biodegradable material today, 21st April.
The move marks a significant step in reducing the environmental impact of Capital A airline AirAsia.
All inflight disposable items, including cups, lids, and cutlery, are now made from Polylactic Acid (PLA), a material derived from renewable sources such as corn and cassava.
Developed in collaboration with Rightway New Material, PLA offers a key advantage over traditional plastics by breaking down much faster.
Studies show that PLA decomposes at a rate of over 90 percent in industrial composting, compared to conventional plastics that could take hundreds of years to break down.
Santan’s PLA-coated paper cups are certified for home composting, offering guests an easy and eco-conscious disposal option.
The initiative is currently being rolled out in Malaysia and Thailand with plans to gradually expand across the entire AirAsia Group of seven airlines under the AirAsia brand.
An example for the industry
By adopting PLA, Santan sets a strong example for other companies in the aviation industry, showing that it’s possible to combine high-quality service with eco-friendly solutions.
Santan CEO Catherine Goh said: “At Santan, we believe in making every flight an opportunity to deliver not only exceptional inflight dining and value but also a positive impact on the environment. This strategic shift to compostable PLA packaging plays an important role in addressing the issue of plastic waste in the aviation sector. By implementing this change, AirAsia will reduce carbon emissions by 500 tonnes annually in Malaysia and Thailand and we hope it will inspire others in the industry to make meaningful changes for the planet.”
Recognising the challenges of waste management, where disposable packaging is essential for hygiene and operational efficiency, Santan is complementing its shift to compostable cutlery with artificial intelligence to optimise food resource management.
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