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Iberostar Using AI to Reduce Energy Footprint, Improve Customer Experience
Iberostar and Sener (engineering and technology group), have launched BRAIAN, a virtual operator based on artificial intelligence and designed to reduce energy consumption at its hotels and ensure guest comfort.
Venice Marco Polo Airport advances zero emissions plan with new pneumatic waste collection system
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) has launched an advanced pneumatic waste collection system, becoming the second European airport to adopt this technology. The system, part of a €378 million sustainability strategy, processes 33% of airport waste and reduces CO₂ emissions by 6 tonnes annually
How can hotels improve sustainable practices?
NH Collection Dubai The Palm’s chef Ajinkya Soundankar promotes sustainability with 'Break the Fast, Not the Planet,' using local ingredients and eco-friendly date seed coffee. Year-round, the hotel reduces waste with its Zero Waste Kitchen, No Bin Canteen, and eliminates 236,000 plastic bottles.
Emirates Enhances Commitment to Sustainable Aviation Practices
Emirates Airline has launched a closed-loop recycling program to reduce plastic waste, recycling millions of onboard items into new meal service products. The initiative uses at least 25% reused material, focuses on minimizing carbon footprint, and incorporates sustainable design.
Flux Power provides update from leading airlines, signaling continued industry-wide shift to sustainable GSE solutions
Six major North American airlines have placed orders with Flux Power for lithium-ion GSE solutions, to electrify their fleets. This shift reduces emissions, cuts costs, and supports sustainability goals. Flux Power’s technology enhances fleet efficiency and provides actionable data insights
French seating firm Expliseat takes next step with new look
French seating specialist Expliseat has unveiled a major brand redesign at AIX, a marketing revamp which executives say underlines its transition from a start-up challenger to a full industrial player in the market.
AccorInvest launches Think Circular for sustainable hotel renovation
AccorInvest, has introduced Think Circular, a forward-looking renovation model rooted in circular economy principles. This approach is designed to transform how hotels are renovated, focusing on sustainability, adaptability, and long-term performance.
Air Canada’s Québec City Ground Operations to be Airline’s First Station with Fully Electric Main Ground Support Equipment
Air Canada will fully electrify its ground support equipment in Québec City by 2025, making it the airline’s first station in Canada to eliminate fossil fuels across all main GSE categories, reducing emissions and supporting its goal of net-zero by 2050.
Emirates joins Aviation Circulatory Consortium to accelerate airline recycling
Emirates has joined the Aviation Circularity Consortium to advance the circular economy in aviation. The airline will help drive decarbonization through high-value circularity, focusing on sustainable aircraft lifecycle management, upcycling initiatives, and enhancing end-of-life aircraft solutions