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Lufthansa Group and Airbus collaborate for business travel with SAF
Since June 1, Airbus employees have used Lufthansa’s "Sustainable Corporate Value Fare" for domestic flights in Germany. This partnership enables partial CO₂ offsetting via Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), supporting more responsible business travel and Lufthansa’s commitment to sustainability.
Mandarin Oriental Achieves Significant Sustainability Gains in Latest Report
Mandarin Oriental’s 14th sustainability report shows major environmental progress. They reduced energy intensity by 21%, cut carbon emissions by 30%, and decreased water use by 13%. The group eliminated 99% of single-use plastics, minimized food waste, and boosted guest satisfaction to 92%.
Hilton & its Foundation create opportunities, support communities, and drive sustainable stays for 2030 goals.
In a world where connection and community matter more than ever, Hilton has never been more committed to its founding purpose of spreading the light and warmth of hospitality.
Mandarin Oriental reports positive progress towards sustainability goals
The hotel group has highlighted reductions in carbon emissions, waste intensity and single-use plastics
The Oberoi Group launches sustainability initiative
As The Oberoi Group enters a new phase of growth, marked by exciting developments and a strong pipeline of hotel openings, it reaffirms its commitment to building a future anchored in sustainability.
Essendi commits to a more sustainable hotel industry
Essendi (ex-Accorinvest) publishes its 2024 CSR report: -17% scopes 1 & 2 emissions since 2019, 220 Green Key hotels, fight against waste, €208m planned by 2030 for its carbon transition. SBTi targets validated and ESG alignment strengthened across the Group.
KLM and Transavia partner with Elysian to develop battery-electric regional aircraft and ecosystems
Elysian teams up with KLM and Transavia to develop the 90-seat electric E9X aircraft, aiming for 800 km range. First flights are planned for 2030, with entry into service by 2033. The partnership explores design, operations, and integration of zero-emission regional air travel.
Thales’ FlytOptim selected by Corsair to cut CO₂ emissions and advance sustainable aviation
Corsair déploie FlytOptim de Thales sur tous ses vols pour réduire les émissions de CO₂. Cette solution d’optimisation de trajectoire en temps réel permet d’économiser du carburant et d’éviter des centaines de tonnes de CO₂, sans modifier les avions ni perturber les opérations.
AAHK honoured for Outstanding ESG achievement
Airport Authority Hong Kong won the 2025 Ming Pao ESG Award for its strong ESG leadership, including its Ascend strategy, Net Zero 2050 pledge, green bonds, and talent development efforts through the HK International Aviation Academy.