At the signing ceremony standing, from left, are Osamah Alnuaiser, Riyadh Air SVP of Marketing & Corporate Communication; Tony Douglas, Riyadh Air CEO; Amin H. Nasser, Aramco President & CEO; and Mohammed Y. Al Qahtani, Aramco Downstream President. Sitting, from left, are Adam Boukadida, Riyadh Air CFO; and Yasser M. Mufti, Aramco EVP of Products & Customers.
Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, and Riyadh Air, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's new premium international airline, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the FII 8th Edition in Riyadh. The MoU sets the stage for potential collaboration in areas, such as low-carbon fuel supply and sustainability.
Yasser M. Mufti, Aramco Executive Vice President of Products & Customers, said:
We are delighted by the prospect of exploring a wide variety of opportunities for collaboration between Aramco and Riyadh Air. Both companies have expressed a desire to adopt the latest technologies, elevate experiences, and contribute to sustainability objectives. Aramco’s work to develop lower-carbon fuels, its strong focus on digitalization, and its aviation experience, among other things, provide a strong platform for potential cooperation with Riyadh Air.
Adam Boukadida, Riyadh Air Chief Financial officer, said:
Our partnership with Aramco aligns perfectly with our ambition to become a leading global airline committed to sustainability and low-carbon fuels. By leveraging Aramco’s expertise, we aim to improve our operational capabilities and provide outstanding experiences for our guests. Together, we can play a significant role in advancing the Kingdom’s environmental and economic objectives.