The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA), in a significant public-private partnership with Coca-Cola Pakistan, has initiated a large-scale tree plantation campaign at Islamabad International Airport (IIAP) to bolster the capital’s green cover and promote sustainable aviation operations.
The Spring 2026 Tree Plantation Drive will involve the planting of indigenous, climate-resilient trees across designated areas within the airport complex. This undertaking aligns with the Government of Pakistan”s broader national environmental objectives.
The programme was officially launched with a ceremonial tree planting attended by key figures, including Mr. Aftab Gilani, Chief Operating Officer of IIAP, alongside Mr. Sami Wahid, Country Head of Coca-Cola Pakistan, and Dr. Faisal Hashmi, the company”s Senior Director for Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Mr. Gilani stated that the PAA aims to position the capital”s primary gateway as a benchmark for sustainable airport management. “Through this initiative, PAA aims to position IIAP as a model for sustainable airport operations, blending aviation excellence with environmental responsibility,” he commented, valuing the assistance of partners who share this vision for its realisation.
Representing the corporate partner, Mr. Sami Wahid emphasised the role of airports in shaping a country”s international image. “Airports are the first impression of a country, and by contributing to this green effort, we are supporting PAA’s vision of presenting a sustainable and environmentally responsible Pakistan to the world,” he said.
Dr. Faisal Hashmi highlighted the collaborative model of the project. “This collaboration demonstrates how private-sector support can complement public-sector leadership in building infrastructure,” noted the Senior Director of Public Affairs, Communications, and Sustainability, adding that the company was proud to contribute to making airports more eco-friendly hubs.
This environmental cooperation follows previous engagements by the company’s philanthropic arm. In 2024, The Coca Cola Foundation (TCCF) supported the Recharge Pakistan Project, a scheme focused on transforming the country”s approach to flood and water resource management in the Indus Basin.