ASTANA, Kazakhstan, October 1. Vice Minister of Transport Maksat Kaliakparov and Chairperson of the Civil Aviation Committee Saltanat Tompieva have discussed the transition to JET A-1 aviation fuel for Kazakhstan's civil aviation with IATA Regional Vice President for Europe Rafael Schwartzman, Trend reports via the country's transport ministry.
According to the information, sustainable development and the shift to biofuels were important issues raised by the participants. Additionally, they discussed the implementation of the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction of Carbon Emissions for International Aviation (CORSIA) program in Kazakhstan.
Moreover, Schwartzman highlighted that the aviation business in Kazakhstan has been growing at a rapid pace, and the country's dedication to meeting IACAO criteria has been lauded.
He expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Transport and the Civil Aviation Committee for organizing the IATA Regional Seminar, scheduled for 1-2 October 2024, which will focus on flight safety and sustainable development.
The parties agreed to further cooperation, emphasizing the importance of joint efforts for the growth of the aviation industry in Kazakhstan.
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