At the Bali International Air Show 2024 (BIAS 2024), set to take place from September 18-21, Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, announced that the event will drive stakeholder commitment in the aviation industry towards Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards in developing regions. Speaking at the BIAS 2024 Press Conference (19/8), Luhut highlighted that this event, the first since Indonesia’s last air show in 1996, represents Indonesia’s effort to create a pivotal platform for stakeholders—including government, private sector, and related industries—to converge and discuss the future of aerospace, from Indonesia and Southeast Asia to the global stage.
“This forum will bring together global stakeholders to explore innovative solutions for a more environmentally friendly future in aviation. Additionally, Bali International Air Show 2024 emphasizes the importance of this event by actively encouraging stakeholders to strengthen their commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, marking one of the first of its kind,” Luhut added.
Luhut further announced that the Bali Air Show 2024 has established a partnership with the Care Peduli Foundation (CARE Indonesia) and made a significant commitment to addressing environmental, health, and social issues in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Additionally, the Roadmap and National Action Plan for developing the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) ecosystem will be officially launched during BIAS 2024. The development of the SAF ecosystem and industry is expected to enhance economic value through the downstream processing of raw materials, ensure energy resilience, and contribute to the decarbonization of the aviation sector, moving towards Net Zero Emissions by 2060.
Dr. Abdul Wahib Situmorang, CEO of CARE Indonesia, expressed high appreciation for BIAS 2024. According to Abdul, CARE Indonesia, as a partner in BIAS 2024, is creating opportunities for collaboration between industry players, government agencies, and community organizations to address health and welfare issues together.
“Collaborative works of all parties are important to address multidimensional poverty and the planetary crisis. The support received from BIAS 2024 will be directed by CARE Indonesia towards health and environmental protection. We will focus on contributing to the national target for reducing stunting, particularly in provinces with high stunting rates like East Nusa Tenggara and other regions. Ensuring proper nutrition for children and pregnant women can boost workforce productivity and drive economic growth. Moreover, the support will also be allocated to protecting marine ecosystems, such as coral reefs, mangroves, and tropical rainforests,” Abdul said.
BIAS 2024 is organized by the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment, the Ministry of Transportation, and the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU), with support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, AirNav Indonesia, Ngurah Rai International Airport Authority, and Angkasa Pura Airports. The event will kick off with the Bali Regional Air & Space Power Forum and the Asia Pacific Air Transport Forum on September 17, 2024, at the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center.
Luhut added, BIAS 2024 aims to attract 6,000 trade visitors from 100 companies and over 100 delegates from 35 countries and regions. “Visitors will have the opportunity to view dozens of aircraft featuring the latest technology, including the F-16 Fighting Falcon, Sukhoi SU27, C-130J Super Hercules, CASA C212, EC275, and Embraer EMB314 Super Tucano. Additionally, the show will feature the presence of two fifth-generation F-35A Lightning II fighter jets from the Australian Air Force and an Airbus A400M transport aircraft from the German Air Force. This highlights the strong collaboration between Indonesia and various partner countries,” he concluded.
Writer: Swiny Adestika
