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Royalton Hotels & Resorts commits to sustainable future with group-wide standards by 2030
Royalton Hotels & Resorts launches sustainability standards focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste and water reduction, plastic elimination, and community engagement, with full implementation across all resorts by 2030.
Egyptair, Air Cairo To Add 75 Aircraft By 2030-31
EgyptAir and Air Cairo aim to grow fleets while exploring sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and improving efficiency. The expansion supports tourism but raises the need to balance rapid growth with lower emissions and greener operations.
UK pilot plant opens to turn waste plastics into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)
A UK pilot facility converts non-recyclable waste plastics into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using chemical processes like pyrolysis and refining. It supports circular economy goals by reducing plastic waste and producing lower-carbon jet fuel compatible with existing aircraft.
Bristell B23 Energic Selects Safran EngineUs Electric Motor
The Bristell B23 Energic program uses Safran’s certified ENGINeUS electric motor to enable zero-emission pilot training, reducing fuel use, CO₂ emissions, and noise. It supports cleaner general aviation by replacing piston engines with electric propulsion for short-range training flights.
Want to Travel More Sustainably? Start at Populus Denver, the First Carbon-Positive Hotel.
Populus Denver aims to be “carbon-positive” by using low-carbon materials, 100% renewable energy, zero on-site parking, food-waste composting, and a “one night, one tree” program to offset emissions and support reforestation.
Singapore Changi Airport drives growth with expansion plans and strong sustainability focus
Changi Airport integrates sustainability via solar energy, electric ground vehicles, SAF adoption, water recycling, and energy-efficient systems, while future projects like Terminal 5 include low-carbon design and climate-resilient infrastructure.
Indian hotels redesign guest experience around wellbeing and sustainability trends
Hotels in India are adapting to a new travel era where wellbeing, sustainability, and personalization drive demand. Guests increasingly expect eco-friendly stays, digital detox options, and wellness-focused experiences, pushing hotels to redesign services, spaces, and revenue models.
Airbus shareholders approve resolutions and confirm leadership transition at 2026 AGM
The AGM itself is mainly governance-focused, but Airbus reaffirms its long-term sustainability strategy, including decarbonisation of aviation, development of low-emission aircraft technologies, and continued investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and cleaner operations across its business.
Fraport invests in ground power and e-mobility infrastructure to drive greener airport operations
Fraport is expanding electric ground power units, EV charging stations, and renewable energy systems at airports to reduce fuel use, CO₂ emissions, and noise. These upgrades support net-zero goals and cleaner airport operations.