Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (“Atlas” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of outsourced aviation logistics, today released its 2023 Sustainability Report.

“‘Caring for the World We Carry’ embodies our commitment to doing business the right way, and in 2023, we made meaningful progress in our sustainability performance. Through collaboration with our customers and strategic partners, we are championing initiatives aimed at promoting environmental sustainability within aviation. We have also strengthened our workforce development programs, in line with our goals to serve as a catalyst for nurturing tomorrow’s aviators, as we work to fulfill our mission to power our customers’ global supply chain.” said Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer, Atlas Air Worldwide. “All our work is supported by a strong governance structure underscored by the appointment of the Company’s first Head of Sustainability.”

“It is an honor to lead Atlas’ decarbonization strategy and work with our customers to help them achieve their business goals while also upholding our shared sustainability commitments,” said Richard Broekman, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Sustainability. “Sustainability is integral to our operations, making a positive impact on both our business and our customers’ supply chains. In 2023, we made strides in enhancing our decarbonization strategy, focusing on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) procurement, operational efficiencies and fleet modernization. By partnering with industry leaders, we launched the Sustainable Engine Alliance and pioneered regular SAF use on cargo flights in Spain. We’re also spearheading unique collaborations aimed at advocating for wider SAF adoption, developing innovative carbon reduction solutions and optimizing operations with cutting-edge technologies. Despite challenges, our dedication to sustainability remains unwavering, propelling progress toward a greener future within the communities we serve.”

This fifth report highlights Atlas’ progress in meeting its sustainability goals. Through ongoing initiatives and programs, Atlas has achieved significant advancements in its four key sustainability pillars: Preserve Our Planet, Care for Our People, Maximize Social Impact, and Grow Responsibly.

Key highlights of the 2023 Sustainability Report include:

Preserve Our Planet

• Enhanced decarbonization strategy with a comprehensive, cross-functional action plan, prioritizing initiatives by CO2 impact, ROI, and feasibility.
• Saved nearly 36,000 metric tons of CO2 and over 3.7 million gallons of fuel through fuel-saving best practices.
• Partnered with Inditex to use 5% sustainable aviation fuel for all flights from Zaragoza Airport in Spain.
• Launched the Sustainable Engine Alliance with Kuehne+Nagel and SR Technics Group, earning a Laureate Award from Aviation Week Network Magazine.
• Implemented a Lean Management 5S program at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky facility to enhance workflow efficiency, reduce errors, and minimize waste.

Care for Our People

• Engaged employees through various feedback channels, including surveys, feedback loops, CEO Round Table discussions, Company-wide Town Halls, and HR Town Square discussions.
• Improved safety performance and culture through rigorous training, risk mitigation, and strict adherence to the updated Safety Management System (SMS).
• Made significant progress in diversity and inclusion through talent acquisition programs and a new employee resource group (ERG) promoting acceptance and inclusivity.
• Developed pilot training programs, including a mentorship program to enhance leadership skills and a virtual reality learning tool for simulator training with Visionary Training Resources (VTR).

Maximize Social Impact

• Spent nearly $240 million supporting small and diverse businesses, nearly doubling the goal for veteran-owned small business spending.
• Expanded employee participation in student outreach to inspire future STEM professionals through the Atlas Air Ambassadors program.
• Partnered with Turkish Airlines and the Turkish Embassy to transport critical relief supplies to earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria.
• Raised approximately $123,000 for K9s For Warriors, supporting military veterans with trained service dogs for PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and military sexual trauma.

Grow Responsibly

• Enhanced sustainability oversight with the formation of the Board-level Safety & ESG Committee and the appointment of Atlas’ first Head of Sustainability.
• Partnered with the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to join the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC), leading cyber defense operations plans to reduce incident risk.
• Continued to advance key advocacy initiatives supporting sustainability, the aviation workforce, and global trade.

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