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The Future of Eco-Hospitality Is Here: Crowne Plaza Changi Airport’s Sustainable Journey

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport has earned the International Sustainability Awards for its leadership in environmental sustainability, reducing single-use plastics through in-room water filtration, and advancing initiatives that blend environmental and social impact.

Hotel Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, an IHG hotel Singapore
Source: Luxury Lifestyle Awards
Publication date:2025-06-18
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.

Hilton Worldwide United States
Source: Journal des Palaces
Publication date:2025-06-18
Safarilink Airlines Signs for Hybrid-Electric ERA Aircraft to Boost Sustainable Safari Travel

Safarilink, Kenya's premier safari airline, has signed for four hybrid-electric ERA aircraft from AURA AERO. This move aims to reduce CO₂ emissions by 80%, cut operational costs, and support eco-friendly safari tourism, positioning Safarilink as a leader in sustainable aviation in East Africa.

Kenya
Source: Airspace Africa
Publication date:2025-06-18
MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL MAINTAINS ITS POSITION AS SPAIN'S MOST REPUTABLE TOURISM COMPANY

The company reaffirms its leadership in the tourism industry in the Merco Empresas 2025 ranking for the thirteenth consecutive year.

Melia Hotels International Spain
Source: Journal des palaces
Publication date:2025-06-18
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.

Flight Lufthansa (LH) Germany
Source: News Room Lufthansa group
Publication date:2025-06-18
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%.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Hong Kong
Source: Travel Age West
Publication date:2025-06-18
Western Sydney International Airport Opens as Australia’s Most Innovative Terminal Yet

Western Sydney International Airport sets new sustainability benchmarks with human-centered, light-filled design; integration of local landscape and natural materials; Indigenous cultural collaboration; and a clean-slate, low-impact approach prioritizing efficiency, clarity, and community.

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport Australia
Source: Parametric Architecture
Publication date:2025-06-18
Mandarin Oriental reports positive progress towards sustainability goals

The hotel group has highlighted reductions in carbon emissions, waste intensity and single-use plastics

Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
Source: Aspire Travel Club
Publication date:2025-06-18
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.

Accor France
Source: Hospitality On
Publication date:2025-06-17