Airport International Group and Airport International Group Foundation advance ESG leadership with higher ratings

Airport International Group and the executive arm of its philanthropic activities, Airport International Group Foundation (AIGF), have once again demonstrated their commitment to sustainable development, earning improved Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance ratings for the year 2024 in the latest independent evaluation by ESG Score, a leading European extra-financial rating agency.

Following a rigorous assessment by ESG Score, Airport International Group’s overall ESG rating increased from AA (84/100) to AA (86/100), marking continued progress in critical areas such as environmental stewardship, social responsibility, corporate governance and community engagement.

This advancement reflects a firm dedication to responsible leadership and transparent business conduct. Specific areas of improvement include a measurable reduction in CO₂ emissions and a growing share of electric vehicles within the company’s fleet, among others.

Meanwhile, AIGF maintained its elite ‘AAA’ ESG rating - the highest awarded by ESG Score - and improved its overall score from 92/100 to 93/100. This gain was largely driven by a significant boost in the Social and Environmental Impacts principle. Key contributors to this achievement included the Foundation’s planned environmental initiatives integrated directly into its mission program, complemented by an upgraded activity reporting approach that enhances transparency, accountability and stakeholder trust.

“This latest score validates the steps we’ve taken to embed sustainability into every layer of our operations - from infrastructure to policy. As the operator of Queen Alia International Airport, we recognize our responsibility not just as a transport gateway, but as a force for positive environmental and social change. We will continue driving strategies that create long-term value for our communities and support the Kingdom’s sustainability goals, while also addressing pressing challenges like climate action, clean mobility and inclusive growth,” stated Airport International Group CEO, Nicolas Deviller.

From his side, AIGF Chairman, Omar M. Masri, remarked, “We are very proud to have strengthened AIGF’s performance while upholding the highest ESG rating. Since our establishment in 2019, we have focused on creating meaningful, measurable change in the lives of those closest to Queen Alia International Airport - especially in Al Jizah. Our expanded environmental outreach and clearer impact reporting reinforce our credibility as a community partner and philanthropic leader. We remain committed to evolving our programs and deepening our positive impact - socially, economically and environmentally.”

It is worth noting that ESG Score (www.esgscore.com) is an independent European extra-financial rating agency established in 2012. Operating with full ownership by its management team, this unique organizational structure provides the agency with significant freedom of action, thus safeguarding the objectivity of its analyses. Specializing in extra-financial expertise, ESG Score employs an evaluation methodology rooted in international standard frameworks and a comprehensive database of ESG best practices, ensuring the quality and relevance of its analyses.