Trinity Airways, a South Korean carrier, has signed an agreement with NH Investment & Securities to purchase 20,000 tonnes of CORSIA-eligible emissions units. The deal covers both international aviation offsets under CORSIA and participation in South Korea's domestic K-ETS market. The airline aims to secure over 10% of its expected credit needs by the end of 2026, positioning ahead of the first CORSIA settlement deadline in January 2028. This move reflects growing preparation among airlines for mandatory carbon offsetting under ICAO's CORSIA framework. With the program's first phase covering 2024-2026 and a second phase starting in 2027, carriers are locking in eligible credits early to manage compliance risk. NH Investment, which holds a domestic emissions trading brokerage license, will support Trinity in both sourcing international credits and navigating K-ETS obligations.
