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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
Singapore Airlines recycled more in-flight waste than earlier reported
Singapore Airlines revised its in-flight waste recycling rate upwards to 11% after receiving new data, which is a significant increase from the previously stated 1.7%. The airline acknowledged that it significantly understated the amount of glass waste it recycled. Efforts to focus on the environment and sustainable aviation fuel have become a priority for airlines, as the industry aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Despite the increase in recycling rate, Singapore Airlines still lags behind some of its peers in recycling efforts. The airline has faced criticism for its sustainability efforts in the past, particularly regarding the use of paper boxes for economy-class food.
Singapore's First 'Garden-in-a-Hotel'
Sitting in the heart of the central business district and Marina Bay, with panoramic views of the city skyline, the 583-room PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore is a champion of sustainability, environmental responsibility and advocate for green innovations in the hospitality industry,
Four Seasons Hotel Nashville Earns LEED Gold, Setting A New Standard In Sustainable Hospitality
Four Seasons Hotel Nashville proudly earns LEED Gold certification, highlighting its commitment to sustainability, eco-friendly practices, and energy conservation. Four Seasons Hotel Nashville has proudly secured the esteemed LEED Gold certification from the US Green Building Council,
Bali’s Apurva Kempinski Hotel Champions Sustainable Tourism in Indonesia with New GSTC Certification
The Apurva Kempinski Bali has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first hotel in Indonesia to earn the prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Certification. This notable accomplishment underscores their dedication to sustainable development.
Austrian Airlines first to adopt ‘shark skin’ technology on 777-200ER aircraft
From December this year, Austrian Airlines will be the first airline to adopt the fuel-saving AeroSHARK surface film to its Boeing 777-200ER aircraft; with the product predicted to save the fleet around 8,300 metric tons of CO2 over the next four years.