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Radisson Hotel Group spearheads sustainability plans in line with vision 2050

Radisson Hotel Group announced its ambitious expansion plans at this year’s Arabian Travel Market. The Group, which currently operates 52 hotels and resorts in the Middle East, is looking to grow its portfolio to reach 150 properties in operation and under development in the Middle East by 2030.

Dubai Reduces Reliance on Single-Use Plastics

4 billion plastic bottles are consumed annually in the United Arab Emirates and 40% of all plastic in the country is single-use. This can be devastating for local wildlife, from sea turtles to camels.

Source: Euronews
Norwegian invests in Norsk e-Fuel SAF plant

Norwegian announced on April 24, 2023, that it was going to invest in a new plant to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Mosjøen, Norway.

Source: Aerotime Hub
BWH Hotel Group® Commits to Sustainable Hospitality across its Global Portfolio

Phoenix, Arizona – Recognizing the importance for the hospitality industry to take the lead on addressing our most significant global challenges and on establishing sustainability programs that meet evolving guest expectations,

Source: Hospitalitynet
Vistara Becomes First Indian Airline To Use Sustainable Fuel In Widebody Aircraft On Long-Haul Flight

Vistara airline announced on Thursday that it had become the first operator in India to fly a wide-body aircraft on a long-haul route using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Singapore Airlines and the Tata Group have a joint venture called Vistara.

Source: Zee News
Marina Bay Sands Earns Global Sustainability Certification

SINGAPORE—Marina Bay Sands has been certified to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Industry Criteria for Hotels and Accommodations, becoming the largest hotel in Singapore to earn the accolade.

The Vera Becomes Tel Aviv's First Hotel to Ban Single-Use Plastic

The Vera,a 39-key property located on Lilienblum Street in Tel Aviv, has become the city's first boutique hotel to ban single-use plastic with a new series of initiatives.Having first opened in 2018,The Vera is founded on a commitment to local anthology and sustainability in both material and ethos.

Construction on Changi Airport's Terminal 5 to start in 2025

SINGAPORE: Construction on Changi Airport's Terminal 5 (T5) is expected to start in 2025, with the terminal to be operational around the mid-2030s, announced Transport Minister S Iswaran on Friday (Mar 3).

Policy support needed to boost sustainable aviation fuels in China

China's aviation sector needs sustainable fuels to lower its carbon footprint, but support is needed to reduce costs and increase production

Source: China dialogue