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Major airline announces plant-based update to in-flight menu options
U.S. airline JetBlue has made oat milk available on its flights for passengers as an option in lieu of dairy milk for coffee and tea, Vegconomist reported. This is a great way for the airline to offer more vegan options to its customers.
Dalata Hotel Group Hails Progress on Sustainability Strategy
Dalata Hotel Group – the owner and operator of the Clayton and Maldron hotel brands – has continued to progress its sustainability strategy. The group said it achieved 29% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 carbon emissions per room sold in the first half of this year
Haffner Energy in biogenic carbon deal with IdunnH2 for Icelandic e-SAF facility
Haffner Energy has partnered with IdunnH2 to supply biogenic carbon for a 65,000-tonne e-SAF facility near Keflavik Airport. It will combine green hydrogen from Iceland's renewable grid with Haffner's biocarbon from gasification, reducing costs and addressing carbon sourcing challenges.
China Airlines Leads Taiwan's Aviation Industry in Promoting Sustainable Development across the Value Chain
Today marks the third year of Taiwan-based China Airlines participating in The Aviation Challenge (TAC) by SkyTeam. Flights CI100/CI101 between Taoyuan and Tokyo (Narita) on the A350-900 highlight their sustainability efforts, using SAF, carbon-reducing operations, and supporting a circular economy.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines updates fleet in push for sustainability
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines celebrated the arrival of its first Airbus A321neo at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, marking a milestone in its fleet renewal. This aircraft will replace the Boeing 737, reducing carbon emissions and noise pollution while improving passenger comfort, said CEO Marjan Rintel.
100th Accor hotel achieves Ecotourism Australia sustainable certification
ASIA PACIFIC: Accor, Australia’s largest hotel operator, now has 100 hotels in Australia with the Ecotourism Australia sustainable certification. The milestone brings Accor closer to its goal of having 100 per cent of its network across the Pacific region achieve sustainable tourism certification by the end of 2025.
Korean Air launches Sustainable Aviation Fuel initiative
A ceremony at Incheon Airport on August 30 marked the launch of Korean Air’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) initiative. The event was attended by several high-profile figures, including Sangwoo Park, Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT); Dukgeun Ahn, Minister of Trade
Mandarin Oriental, Doha Becomes Qatar’s First GSTC-Certified Hotel
Mandarin Oriental, Doha became the first hotel in Qatar to achieve GSTC certification, highlighting its commitment to sustainability. This milestone reflects its efforts in environmental and responsible tourism. The certification positions the hotel as a regional leader in sustainable hospitality
Experience Millennium Hotels and Resorts’ sustainable properties in Singapore
From luxurious elegance to contemporary styles, these GSTC-certified hotels offer a blend of Asian hospitality and western comfort