SAS Test Project saves USD12 million in fuel

Last month, SAS stated it plans to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 20% by 2020 by improving aims efficiency and mixing jet fuel with renewable sources. The goal assumes 4% annual growth in passenger numbers over the period.

SAS Norge: "Our experience is that we were able to save a lot by slowing down. After the test project... we implemented this strategy in the (SAS) group on an everyday basis," Thomas Midteide, spokesman. Source: Reuters, 20-May-08.

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