Salvador Bahia Airport and Metrô Bahia collect 150 kg of waste on World Cleanup Day in Itapuã

Salvador Bahia Airport, part of the VINCI Airports network, and Metrô Bahia joined forces this Saturday (20) to celebrate World Cleanup Day with a major volunteer initiative at Itapuã Beach in Salvador. The action resulted in the collection of 150 kg of waste, which was properly segregated and disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner.

The initiative mobilized around 100 volunteers, including employees and family members from both concessionaires. Throughout the morning, waste was collected along the beach and during an underwater cleanup, supported by professional divers contracted to remove debris from the seabed. Recyclable material was sent to the CAMAPET Cooperative, while non-recyclables were directed to co-processing by the airport.

The program also offered free health services, such as blood pressure checks, blood glucose tests, and massages, in addition to an educational campaign with local vendors and beachgoers, reinforcing the importance of proper waste disposal and collective care for the environment.

“This initiative goes beyond cleaning a public space. It is an opportunity to engage people, raise awareness, and show that every action matters when it comes to reducing pollution impacts. For us, it is a source of pride to be part of this global movement and to reinforce our commitment to sustainability,” said Alessandra Reis, Environment Manager at VINCI Airports in Brazil.

The event was part of the global World Cleanup Day movement, which in 2024 was officially included in the United Nations international calendar. The date has already mobilized more than 114 million people across 211 countries, becoming the largest civic action against waste in the world.

“This joint action is an example of how partnerships between concessionaires can generate positive results for society. By joining forces, we show that sustainability and socio-environmental responsibility are part of our mission to care for people and the city,” said Gabriella Brito, SGI Manager at Metrô Bahia.

About Salvador Bahia Airport

Located in the capital of the state of Bahia, Salvador Bahia Airport is the first Concession of the VINCI Airports network in Brazil, which began operations on January 2nd, 2018. Since then, Salvador Airport has incorporated global operational standards, seeking to offer more efficiency, safety and a better travel experience for its passengers. With an investment of USD 142 million in modernization and expansion works at the terminal, its capacity increased by 50%, serving up to 15 million passengers per year. Furthermore, it has been awarded the Seal of Ethnic-Racial Diversity by the Municipal Secretariat for Reparation of Salvador due to its initiatives to tackle institutional racism. Salvador Bahia Airport also stands out as the “Most Sustainable Airport in Brazil”, leading environmental preservation actions.

About VINCI Airports

VINCI Airports, a world leader in private airport operations, operates in more than 70 airports in 14 countries. Thanks to its expertise as a global integrator, VINCI Airports develops, finances, builds and manages airports, providing its investment capacity and expertise in optimizing operational performance, modernizing infrastructure, managing operations and environmental transition. VINCI Airports was the first airport operator to commit to an international environmental strategy in 2016, aiming to achieve the target of net-zero emissions across its entire network by 2050.