- Fleet constraints due to high demand and perceived financial risk.
- Global supply chain challenges leading to escalating costs and spare parts shortages.
- Labor shortages, particularly pilots, engineers, and ground staff.
- High staff turnover (10%).
- CFM engine issues on Airbus A320/321 Neo aircraft.
- Economic instability in Sri Lanka.
SriLankan Airlines Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04 to 2024-03 reporting, SriLankan Airlines Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.3M tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 1.3M tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 10.2K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
1.3M tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2023-04 to 2024-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04 to 2024-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 1.3M tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 10.2K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Introduced eco-friendly carpets manufactured from recycled ocean plastic onboard aircraft, reducing carbon footprint by approximately 248.79 tons annually and saving about LKR 21 Mn annually in fuel costs.
- Joined IATA CO2 Connect program.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Increase check-in counters by 50%.
📅 Medium-term
- Continued fleet replacement.
- Debt restructuring and privatisation.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental SustainabilityCommunity Empowerment