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SAS reduces onboard single-use plastics by 37 tons
As part of its ongoing commitment to more sustainable air travel, SAS will eliminate 37 tons of single-use plastics from its onboard operations each year by introducing innovative, plastic-free food packaging.
Uganda Airlines launches Flight Path Sustainability Project
The Flight Path Sustainability Project aims to reduce bird strikes by 40% at Entebbe International Airport through improved waste management, focusing on fish waste along Lake Victoria's shores. The initiative enhances safety, supports local communities, and promotes sustainability
Alaska Airlines trials sustainable cabin waste scheme
Alaska Airlines’ sister carrier, Horizon Air, has completed its first feasibility tests of collecting cabin waste plastics for environmentally friendly disposal instead of sending them to landfill.
Powered by SAF, Airbus China flies into sustainable aviation
Aircraft manufacturer Airbus has embarked on a new sustainable aviation chapter as an A320neo aircraft has been recently delivered to China Eastern Airlines, with the aviation fuel used for the delivery flight blended by 5 percent of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Vietnam Airlines Soars with Sustainable U.S. Soy on Paris Flight
On a recent non-stop flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Paris, Vietnam Airlines showcased its commitment to sustainability by featuring U.S. Soy in its in-flight menu. The special flight commemorated the United Nations’ “International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer,”
Long-haul routes copying ‘green’ shipping corridors could drive SAF economic case: researchers
Concentrating sustainable aviation fuel use on a small number of dense long-haul routes would accelerate development of commercial supply chains, a new research paper has concluded. Such “green flightpaths” would demonstrate economic viability, the paper states, and drive the large-scale investment
Emirates becomes first airline to join sustainable food production coalition
Emirates has joined the Move to -15°C coalition to help reduce energy use and environmental impact in the frozen food supply chain. The initiative aims to lower temperature standards by 3°C without compromising food quality, driving sustainability through industry collaboration and policy advocacy.
AZAL and CarbonClick discuss ways to reduce carbon emissions in aviation
AZAL President Samir Rzayev and CarbonClick CEO Dave Rouse met to discuss carbon reduction and sustainability efforts. AZAL launched a program with CarbonClick, allowing passengers to offset emissions during booking, supporting global green projects and promoting eco-friendly travel.
Air Canada Purchases 78 Million Liters of Sustainable Aviation Fuel from Neste
Air Canada announced that it has signed an agreement with sustainable fuel producer Neste to purchase 77.6 million liters (20.5 million gallons) of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).