DHL Express has partnered with Malaysia Aviation Group to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from air cargo operations by using sustainable aviation fuel.
The agreement will see Malaysia Aviation Group adopt DHL’s GoGreen Plus service, which allows companies to lower emissions linked to international shipments through the use of sustainable aviation fuel within DHL’s air network. The initiative is expected to cut around 300 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions in 2026 compared to the previous year, Payload Asia reported.
Julian Neo, Managing Director of DHL Express Malaysia and Brunei, said sustainable aviation fuel is among the most effective options currently available to reduce emissions from long-distance air transport. He added that the partnership reflects growing efforts by major aviation players to support lower-carbon solutions.
Launched in 2023, the GoGreen Plus service enables companies to reduce indirect emissions from their supply chains by investing in sustainable aviation fuel. The fuel, made from materials such as used cooking oil and other waste, can lower lifecycle emissions by up to 80 percent compared to conventional jet fuel.
Under the system, DHL uses a “book and claim” approach, where sustainable fuel is added into its network and the environmental benefits are allocated to participating customers, even if their shipments are not directly transported using that fuel.
The agreement will cover Malaysia Aviation Group’s air freight shipments handled by DHL across key trade routes, including the United States, Europe and Asia Pacific.
Malaysia Aviation Group said the partnership supports its wider sustainability plans, as it continues to expand the use of sustainable aviation fuel across both passenger and cargo operations.
The group has been operating flights using sustainable aviation fuel since 2021 and is exploring ways to scale its use further. It has also been working with industry partners to assess supply chain readiness and explore domestic production options to support long-term adoption.
Officials said the collaboration highlights increasing momentum in the aviation sector to adopt cleaner fuel solutions and reduce emissions as part of broader climate goals.
