Delta and Korean Air employees recently volunteered at a Han River cleanup event in Seoul’s Yeouido district to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the two airlines’ trans-Pacific joint venture. 

In cooperation with Seoul Metropolitan Government and Seoul Volunteer Center, 150 employees from the two airlines took part in the “plogging” event. Originating in Sweden, plogging is an activity that combines jogging and picking up litter. For three hours, the team scoured the area for cups, cans, chopsticks, bags and other trash along the Han River.  

“As Delta Air Lines and Korean Air join hands in making a lasting impact on society, customers can take pride in choosing airlines that prioritize their well-being and the well-being of the world around them,” said Jeff Moomaw, V.P. – APAC at Delta. 

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How the Delta-Korean Air Joint Venture is paying dividends

Since Delta and Korean Air embarked on their joint venture partnership in May 2018, they have been committed to giving back to the communities they serve. Employees from both airlines have teamed up for various joint volunteer activities such as Habitat for Humanity in Los Angeles and in the Philippines, and tree planting activities in Mongolia to prevent desertification. 

In addition to their philanthropic endeavors, Korean Air and Delta have also been recognized for their exceptional services. This recognition was recently showcased when USA Today readers voted Delta as the Best Airline and Korean Air as the Best Business & First Class. These esteemed accolades exemplify the consistent high-quality services provided by both airlines, further solidifying their reputation as industry leaders.