Japan Airlines Soars to New Heights with Third Consecutive Year on DJSI Asia Pacific

Japan Airlines has earned a place on the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific) for the third consecutive year. This index, part of the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), highlights top-performing companies in the Asia-Pacific region in terms of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria.

The DJSI is a globally recognized ESG investment benchmark that evaluates the sustainability performance of over 13,000 leading corporations worldwide. It identifies companies excelling in governance, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. This recognition underscores JAL’s commitment to sustainable practices and is particularly valued by socially conscious investors seeking companies that prioritize long-term sustainability and corporate responsibility.

This year, JAL achieved top ratings across multiple facets of the airline industry, excelling in areas such as collaborative decarbonization efforts, effective management of packaging materials by reducing single-use plastics, and robust information security practices. The airline also garnered commendation for its transparency in disclosures aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)*1 and the Task Force on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)*2, alongside outstanding performance in human capital management and fostering customer relationships through sustainable marketing and positive brand reputation.

In addition to being recognized in the DJSI Asia Pacific for the third year in a row, JAL has also been included in prominent ESG investment indices such as the FTSE Blossom Japan Index and the FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index.

JAL remains committed to advancing its ESG strategy, which stands as the cornerstone of its corporate vision. Through unified efforts, the company strives to create lasting social and economic value by fostering connections and enhancing mobility, aspiring to become the most preferred and trusted airline group in the world.