Zurich Airport Brazil adopts electric vehicles in its operational fleet and reinforces its commitment to sustainability.
Zurich Airport Brazil, operator of the best airports in the country, is taking another step in its commitment to sustainability and environmental preservation. Starting in May, the concessionaire will incorporate electric vehicles into its operational fleet, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel consumption.
In this first phase, five electric vehicles will be allocated to the airports of Florianópolis (Floripa Airport), Vitória (Vitória Airport), and Macaé (Macaé Airport), all managed by the concessionaire. The vehicles will be used in activities within restricted areas of the terminals, in actions such as: inspection of the runway and support for technical and tactical teams.
Among the expected positive impacts is an estimated reduction of approximately 15,000 kg of CO₂ per year, considering all three airports.
The models adopted are the RD6, from the manufacturer Riddara. These 4x4 vehicles have a range of up to 400 kilometers in the standard version, instant torque and 550 hp, in addition to a high level of onboard technology. The dealership's goal is to completely replace its operational fleet with electric and/or hybrid vehicles in the coming years.
“Sustainability is a strategic pillar of our company. We have commitments to reduce CO₂ emissions by 2040, and the adoption of electric vehicles in our operational fleet is just one of several initiatives that we already implement daily at our airports ,” highlights Ricardo Gesse, CEO of Zurich Airport Brazil.
The four airports managed by Zurich Airport Brazil are developing a series of integrated sustainability initiatives. Among the highlights, since 2025 the airports have achieved Zero Landfill, meaning they have ceased sending waste to landfills, with 100% of waste destined for recycling, composting, or co-processing. Furthermore, operations utilize energy entirely from clean and renewable sources, with three of the four airports having their own solar power generation projects. Rainwater is also collected for use in restrooms, 100% of generated effluents are treated, water reuse initiatives are implemented, and an annual inventory of greenhouse gas emissions is prepared, with continuous and integrated management.