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Irish airport operator unveils raft of new sustainability initiatives

Irish airport operator, daa, today unveiled details of 20 environmental sustainability initiatives being rolled out at Dublin and Cork Airports.

Source: Airport World
Hong Kong forms new SAF group, as Cathay and Korean sign SAF purchase cargo deals

Hong Kong has stepped up its commitment to introduce sustainable aviation fuel with the formation of the Hong Kong Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition (HKSAFC), a multi-stakeholder group designed to progress the development, supply and use of SAF.

Source: Green Air News
Groupe ADP and Dassault Aviation partner to further sustainable aviation

The organisation are joining forces to make Paris-Le Bourget airport a pioneer in sustainable aviation.

Sofitel Mumbai BKC is First Hotel in India to Receive Green Key Certification

MUMBAI, INDIA—Sofitel Mumbai BKC announced that it has been awarded Green Key Certification by the National Jury Green Key India and the Center for Environment Education (CEE). The hotel is the very first in the country to have been awarded this certification.

5 Key Elements Of Southwest Airlines’ Path To Net Zero Emissions

The world’s largest low-cost carrier, Southwest Airlines, is on the path to achieving net-zero carbon emissions. The airline is working closely with its partners (manufacturers, suppliers, and analysts) to increase sustainable technologies in various ways.

Source: Simple Flying
Cathay Pacific a co-initiator of new Hong Kong SAF Coalition as it strives to achieve long-term environmental targets

Cathay Pacific has welcomed the launch of the Hong Kong Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition (HKSAFC) as its co-initiator. The coalition comprises 13 founding partners from the SAF value chain.

Emirates joins UK low carbon investment initiative, The Solent Cluster

The Solent Cluster is a cross-sector collaboration of international organisations, including manufacturers and engineering companies, regional businesses and industries, leading logistics and infrastructure operators and academic institutions.

Source: Times Aerospace
Cyprus Air renders its fleet greener

In a move aimed at enhancing operational capacity and embracing sustainability, Cyprus Airways acquired two state-of-the-art Airbus 220s in July. These aircraft are set to debut on the 2024 summer routes, connecting popular Greek island destinations like Rhodes, Skiathos, Santorini and Iraklio

Source: Ekathimerini
Meliá Adds a New Hotel Every Two Weeks and Strengthens Its Portfolio in the Luxury Segment

Meliá has Ranked seventh in the Wall Street Journal's list of the 100 most sustainably managed companies in the world.

Source: Hospitality Net