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Air France’s Commitment to Sustainable Travel: Fleet Upgrades, Sustainable Fuel, and Social Responsibility in 2025
Air France leads sustainable aviation in 2025, cutting emissions with new A350 and A220 aircraft, sustainable aviation fuel, greener routes, reduced onboard waste, and strong social initiatives, proving luxury travel and environmental responsibility can go together.
Philippine Airlines becomes Southeast Asia’s first A350-1000 operator, marking a major step in fleet modernization.
Philippine Airlines took delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, becoming the first in Southeast Asia to operate the type. The aircraft supports long-haul fleet renewal with higher efficiency, lower emissions, SAF capability and improved passenger comfort.
China Airlines Orders Five Additional Airbus A350-1000 Jets
China Airlines confirmed an order for five more Airbus A350-1000s, raising its total to 15. The move supports fleet modernization, long-haul growth, efficiency gains and improved passenger comfort, reinforcing confidence in the A350’s performance and sustainability.
Cyprus tourism SMEs complete sustainability programme
Twenty-five Cypriot tourism SMEs completed the EU-funded I-STARS sustainability program, receiving €138,878 to improve energy efficiency, cut food waste, adopt certifications, and embed greener practices—showing small businesses can drive measurable progress in sustainable tourism.
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Wins Grand Prize at Eco Mark Award 2025
Keio Plaza Hotel wins the 2025 Eco Mark Grand Prize for strong company-wide sustainability efforts, cutting food waste, and promoting recycling with clothing collection boxes—advancing its commitment to responsible hospitality and a more sustainable society.
India’s aviation boom unlocks economic opportunities through infrastructure growth, tech advances, and sustainability
India’s aviation boom is fueled by rising demand, airport expansion, fleet modernization, and strong sustainability goals—solar-powered airports, carbon-neutral targets, cleaner aircraft, digital innovations, and UDAN connectivity—positioning India to become the world’s 3rd-largest aviation market by 2030.
Mykonos Implements Desalination Initiative to Meet Tourism Demands, Ensuring the Water Sustainability
Mykonos will add 290,000 m³ of desalinated water from 2026 to ease peak-season shortages, supporting luxury tourism, protecting guest experience, boosting local jobs, and advancing long-term sustainable growth as a leading eco-minded premium destination.
In 2025, tourism surges as Paris, Madrid, Tokyo, Rome & Milan pioneer luxury, innovation, and sustainable travel.
Paris retains its top global tourism spot in 2025 with 18M+ visitors, driven by cultural heritage, Notre-Dame reopening, sustainable tourism, and infrastructure upgrades. Cities worldwide increasingly focus on eco-friendly practices, innovation, and enhanced visitor experiences.
British Airways Surveys Members on Removing Premium Perks in the Name of Sustainability
British Airways surveys premium passengers on voluntary opt-outs—meals, amenity kits, sleepwear, luggage, and bottled water—to reduce waste, weight, and emissions. The initiative aims for sustainable operations while maintaining premium service and passenger choice.