Expanding Investments in Carbon Emission Reduction and Safety
T'way Air has announced its ambition to make a new leap as a global low-cost carrier by significantly expanding its international routes in celebration of its 15th anniversary.
Since launching its first flight on the Gimpo-Jeju route in 2010, T'way Air has steadily increased its domestic and short- to medium-haul international routes, continuing its route expansion. From 2022, the airline began to aggressively expand its long-haul network, extending its reach to Oceania and Europe and establishing itself as a leading LCC in Korea.
In December 2022, T'way Air became the first Korean LCC to launch the Incheon-Sydney route. In May 2024, it began operating a route to Zagreb, Croatia, marking its first entry into the European market. This was followed by consecutive launches of major European routes from Incheon to Rome, Paris, Barcelona, and Frankfurt. In July of this year, the airline inaugurated its first North American route, Incheon-Vancouver, further expanding its network from Oceania and Europe to the Americas.
As part of its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management, T'way Air is also focusing on introducing eco-friendly aircraft and reducing carbon emissions.
The airline has introduced four Boeing 737-8 aircraft and plans to expand this fleet to 20 by 2027, gradually replacing its current 26 Boeing 737-800NG aircraft. Through this transition, T'way Air aims to lower its average fleet age to 8.9 years.
Notably, starting in 2026, T'way Air will become the first in Korea to sequentially introduce the latest mid-to-large Airbus aircraft, the A330-900NEO. This model is expected to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions by 25%, contributing to fleet modernization, enhanced operational competitiveness, and improved service quality.
The company is also increasing its investment in safety. In collaboration with Incheon International Airport Corporation, T'way Air is building an advanced aircraft maintenance facility (hangar) with an investment of approximately 150 billion KRW. Once the hangar is completed in early 2028, the airline will be able to independently maintain up to 70 aircraft per year, reducing reliance on overseas MRO services, lowering maintenance costs, and improving operational efficiency.
Recently acquired by Daemyung Sono Group, T'way Air is introducing differentiated air travel services that combine flights and accommodations. T'way Air and Daemyung Sono Group plan to continue marketing activities tailored to meet consumer needs.
Daemyung Sono Group recently participated in a capital increase of 200 billion KRW to support T'way Air's mid- to long-term growth strategy. T'way Air is working to strengthen its financial structure and management stability, while also expanding the scope of cooperation across finance and operations to establish a sustainable management system.
A T'way Air representative stated, "On the occasion of our 15th anniversary, we will do our utmost to further enhance customer trust and satisfaction by prioritizing safe operations, based on our strong partnership with Daemyung Sono Group."
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