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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

Flight Flynas (XY) Saudi Arabia
Source: Epsilon Aviation
Publication date:2025-03-07
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.

IHG Hotels and Resorts United Kingdom
Source: Sustainability Mag
Publication date:2025-03-06
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

IHG Hotels and Resorts United States
Source: Sustainability Mag
Publication date:2025-03-06
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.

Hotel The Savoy Hotel United Kingdom
Source: Pollutions Solutions
Publication date:2025-03-06
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

Flight United (UA) United States
Source: Simple Flying
Publication date:2025-03-05
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.

Flight Delta (DL) United States
Source: News Delta
Publication date:2025-03-05
How This Airport Is Turning Jet Exhaust Into Energy

Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) has partnered with JetWind Power Corp. to convert jet exhaust into renewable energy, reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency. This innovative initiative demonstrates that sustainable solutions are possible in the aviation industry

Flight Southwest (WN) United States
Source: Simple Flying
Publication date:2025-03-04
Just the beginning’: Choice Hotels secures Climate Active Certification

Choice Hotels Asia-Pac earned Climate Active Certification for carbon neutrality, integrating green practices like LED lighting, water-saving fixtures, recycling and EV charging. Partnering with sustainability providers it supports franchisees in reducing costs and meeting eco-conscious guest demand

Choice Hotels International Inc Australia
Source: Hotel Management
Publication date:2025-03-04
Six Marriott International hotels receive Green Key certification in Mexico

On January 29 and February 6, six Marriott International hotels in Mexico, including Zadún and Solaz, received Green Key certification for their sustainable practices in water and energy use, waste management, and environmental protection. Mexico now has 248 Green Key-certified hotels.

Source: Green Key
Publication date:2025-03-04