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Western Sydney International Airport Opens as Australia’s Most Innovative Terminal Yet
Western Sydney International Airport sets new sustainability benchmarks with human-centered, light-filled design; integration of local landscape and natural materials; Indigenous cultural collaboration; and a clean-slate, low-impact approach prioritizing efficiency, clarity, and community.
MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL MAINTAINS ITS POSITION AS SPAIN'S MOST REPUTABLE TOURISM COMPANY
The company reaffirms its leadership in the tourism industry in the Merco Empresas 2025 ranking for the thirteenth consecutive year.
The Future of Eco-Hospitality Is Here: Crowne Plaza Changi Airport’s Sustainable Journey
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport has earned the International Sustainability Awards for its leadership in environmental sustainability, reducing single-use plastics through in-room water filtration, and advancing initiatives that blend environmental and social impact.
Lufthansa Group and Airbus collaborate for business travel with SAF
Since June 1, Airbus employees have used Lufthansa’s "Sustainable Corporate Value Fare" for domestic flights in Germany. This partnership enables partial CO₂ offsetting via Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), supporting more responsible business travel and Lufthansa’s commitment to sustainability.
Safarilink Airlines Signs for Hybrid-Electric ERA Aircraft to Boost Sustainable Safari Travel
Safarilink, Kenya's premier safari airline, has signed for four hybrid-electric ERA aircraft from AURA AERO. This move aims to reduce CO₂ emissions by 80%, cut operational costs, and support eco-friendly safari tourism, positioning Safarilink as a leader in sustainable aviation in East Africa.
The Oberoi Group launches sustainability initiative
As The Oberoi Group enters a new phase of growth, marked by exciting developments and a strong pipeline of hotel openings, it reaffirms its commitment to building a future anchored in sustainability.
Essendi commits to a more sustainable hotel industry
Essendi (ex-Accorinvest) publishes its 2024 CSR report: -17% scopes 1 & 2 emissions since 2019, 220 Green Key hotels, fight against waste, €208m planned by 2030 for its carbon transition. SBTi targets validated and ESG alignment strengthened across the Group.
Thales’ FlytOptim selected by Corsair to cut CO₂ emissions and advance sustainable aviation
Corsair déploie FlytOptim de Thales sur tous ses vols pour réduire les émissions de CO₂. Cette solution d’optimisation de trajectoire en temps réel permet d’économiser du carburant et d’éviter des centaines de tonnes de CO₂, sans modifier les avions ni perturber les opérations.
KLM and Transavia partner with Elysian to develop battery-electric regional aircraft and ecosystems
Elysian teams up with KLM and Transavia to develop the 90-seat electric E9X aircraft, aiming for 800 km range. First flights are planned for 2030, with entry into service by 2033. The partnership explores design, operations, and integration of zero-emission regional air travel.