Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) and the Global Transport Solutions (GTS) Group, encompassing Marinetrans and Best Global Logistics (BGL), are pleased to announce the extension of their collaboration on AFKLMP’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme.

This collaboration underscores a mutual commitment to sustainability and supports GTS’s Going Green initiative. The continuation of this partnership emphasises a shared commitment to environmental responsibility throughout the logistics and airfreight value chain.

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By aligning efforts, AFKLMP and GTS actively contribute to reducing carbon emissions, setting an example for others in the industry.

AFKLMP’s SAF programme is a beacon of innovation in the quest for sustainable aviation
solutions. AFKLMP’s SAF programme sets a precedent and catalyzes transformative change within the industry by fostering partnerships and driving forward-thinking approaches. In reaffirming their commitment to sustainability, AFKLMP and GTS underscore the AFKLMP
The SAF programme’s tangible and impactful role in reducing the environmental impact of air cargo logistics.

John Burgstra, co-CEO of Global Transport Solutions, expressed his satisfaction: “We are
pleased to extend our long-term collaboration with AFKLMP Cargo’s SAF programme. This
partnership reflects our commitment to sustainability and our shared determination to reduce the impact of aviation on our planet. By participating in the SAF programme, we proudly contribute to the scale-up of biofuels for the aviation sector and make our shipments more sustainable.”

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GertJan Roelands, SVP Commercial at Air France KLM Martinair Cargo, remarked: “We are thrilled to continue our collaboration with the GTS Group on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as part of our ongoing efforts to reduce our carbon footprint. We commend the GTS Group for their leadership in sustainability, and we are proud to partner with them as we work towards a more sustainable future for the logistics and airfreight industry. Since introducing the first SAF programme in the airfreight industry in 2022, we have partnered with over 60 stakeholders and introduced numerous solutions to reduce our industry’s carbon footprint further. While we acknowledge that we have a long way to go, we remain committed to making a difference and taking action on this critical issue.”

Air France KLM Martinair Cargo’s SAF programme enables stakeholders in the logistics and
airfreight industry to power a percentage of their flights with SAF.

Customers determine their level of engagement, and AFKLMP ensures that their entire investment is used to source SAF. By participating in the programme, customers reduce their carbon footprint and confirm their commitment to leading the industry towards a more sustainable future.

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