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Edelweiss Air's 1st Airbus A350-900 To Arrive Next Week Ahead Of Las Vegas Debut
Edelweiss will receive its 1st Airbus A350-900 on March 13, 2025. The aircraft’s improved efficiency and reduced carbon emissions align with the airline's investment in modern, fuel-efficient jets. The A350 will enhance Edelweiss' network, operating both short-haul and long-haul routes,
SWISS Unveils New Airbus A350 Livery, First Delivery in Summer 2025
The introduction of the A350-900 marks SWISS's entry into a new era of improved efficiency and sustainability.
Indonesia Airlines: A New Premium Player Prepares to Take Flight
Indonesia Airlines, backed by Calypte Holding, aims to redefine premium international air travel. With a fleet of 20 modern aircraft, including Airbus A321LR, A350-900, and Boeing 787-9, the airline plans to serve 48 destinations in 30 countries
Why did Flynas order 15 A330-900S?
Flynas, a Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier, has ordered 15 A330-900s instead of the Dreamliner due to earlier delivery slots and lower capital costs. The A330-900 suits Flynas’s needs for medium-range, high-seasonality routes, especially for pilgrimages to Mecca, despite some engine reliability issues
Greener Tourism: IHG’s Global Sustainability Impact
IHG's carbon emissions increased by 7.2% but it reduced carbon per room. The company focuses on sustainability through initiatives : Low Carbon Pioneers program reducing plastic bottles and setting a target to cut CO2 emissions by 46% by 2030. It also promotes gender balance and community impact
London's Savoy hotel launches food waste recycling service
The Savoy recycles food waste into renewable energy with PDM Group, reducing landfill use and carbon footprint. Waste is processed at a biomass-to-energy plant, supporting Fairmont’s Green Partnership Programme. The initiative sets a sustainability benchmark for hotels, cutting costs and emissions.
Greener Tourism: IHG’s Global Sustainability Impact
IHG’s carbon emissions rose 7.2%, but emissions per room decreased. It’s focused on sustainability through initiatives like the Green Engage platform and Low Carbon Pioneers program. IHG aims for a 46% CO2 reduction by 2030, while also promoting diversity, community impact, and wellbeing.
Why United Airlines' Latest Sustainability Investment Might Surprise You
United Airlines has been one of the leading drivers of sustainability initiatives in the US airline industry. The Chicago-based carrier has made several commitments to becoming a greener and more sustainable business in the years ahead including cutting all of its greenhouse emissions by 50% by 2050
Delta, JetZero partner to design the future of air travel by advancing first-of-its-kind, 50% more fuel-efficient aircraft for domestic and international routes
Delta Air Lines is partnering with JetZero on a revolutionary, more sustainable aircraft that looks and feels like nothing flying today’s commercial skies.