Qatar Airways Group’s Fuwairit Kite Beach and Ras Abrouq Hotels Earn Prestigious Sustainability Ratings from GORD
- The upcoming Ras Abrouq has already achieved a remarkable 4 Stars rating under GSAS Design & Build certification and a Class B rating under GSAS Construction Management certification by the Gulf Organisation for Research and Development
- The tranquil Fuwairit Kite Beach resort has received a 3 Stars rating under the GSAS Design & Build certification and a Class B rating under the GSAS Construction Management certification
(IN SHORT) Fuwairit Kite Beach (FKB) and the upcoming Ras Abrouq hotels, both owned by Qatar Airways Group, have received commendable sustainability ratings from the Gulf Organisation for Research and Development (GORD), aligning with the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) standards. FKB, a renowned kite sports destination in northern Qatar, earned a 3 Stars rating for GSAS Design & Build certification and a Class B rating for GSAS Construction Management certification. Meanwhile, Ras Abrouq, an oasis in the desert, achieved an impressive 4 Stars rating for GSAS Design & Build certification and a Class B rating for GSAS Construction Management certification. These accolades reflect Qatar Airways Group’s dedication to environmental conservation and its commitment to a greener future. Qatar Airways Group CEO, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, expressed pride in contributing to Qatar’s sustainability goals, while GORD’s Founding Chairman, Dr. Yousef Alhorr, highlighted the importance of ecologically responsible tourism in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. Qatar Airways continues to prioritize sustainability efforts and is recognized for its environmental management practices in the aviation industry.
(PRESS RELEASE) Doha, Qatar, 2023-Dec-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group’s Fuwairit Kite Beach (FKB) and Ras Abrouq hotels have received recognition by the Gulf Organisation for Research and Development (GORD) for achieving meticulous sustainability standards outlined by the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS). GORD is a Research, Development, and Innovation entity overseeing the development and implementation of GSAS.
FKB is a world-class destination for kite sports in the north of Qatar. The resort is awarded with a 3 Stars rating under the GSAS Design & Build certification, and a Class B rating under the GSAS Construction Management certification, highlighting Qatar Airways Group’s commitment to environmental conservation.
Ras Abrouq is an oasis in the desert which has achieved a remarkable 4 Stars rating under GSAS Design & Build certification, and a Class B rating under GSAS Construction Management certification. The upcoming resort’s sustainable practices are in line with Qatar Airways Group’s objective of contributing to a greener future.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, remarked: “Qatar Airways Group proudly supports sustainability and environmental preservation efforts in the country in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030. We are honoured to receive leading recognition by GORD for the construction and design of the world-class Fuwairit Kite Beach and the upcoming Ras Abrouq resort, and remain committed to working together to deliver sustainable hospitality offerings for the national tourism industry.”
Founding Chairman of GORD, Dr. Yousef Alhorr, said: “Tourism and hospitality projects can shape global perceptions by not only showcasing the rich culture of the host nation but also embodying its fundamental ethos, such as sustainability. With GSAS’ prestigious certifications, Fuwairit Kite Beach and Ras Abrouq have emerged as shining examples of projects that support ecologically responsible tourism in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. These projects are a testament that Qatar’s commitment to sustainability is unequivocal and transcends all sectors.”
Qatar Airways continually explores and implements initiatives to establish sustainable business operations. It was the first airline in the Middle East to be certified to the highest level of IATA’s Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) programme, which is based on recognised environmental management system principles (such as ISO 14001).
About GORD
The Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) is an RDI entity recognized among leading organizations in the global sustainability milieu. Headquartered in Qatar Science and Technology Park, GORD drives the transformation of societies, industries, and the built environment by influencing corporate ethos, fostering innovation, and developing capacity to enable low-carbon sustainable growth for present and future generations. The organization’s key operations include R&D, standards setting, green buildings certification, accreditation services, voluntary carbon markets, performance testing, knowledge dissemination and advisory services on sustainability and climate change for governments, non-government, public and private sector organizations.
About Qatar Airways
A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways won the ‘World’s Best Business Class’ for the tenth time at the 2023 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. The airline continues to be synonymous with excellence, also taking home, Best Airline in the Middle East, World’s Best Business Class Lounge and World’s Best Business Class Lounge Dining at the prestigious awards held during the 2023 Paris Air Show. Qatar Airways is an unprecedented seven-time winner of the “World’s Best Airline” voted by Skytrax (2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2022).
Qatar Airways currently flies to more than 160 destinations worldwide, connecting through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, voted by Skytrax as the ‘World’s Best Airport’ in 2021 and 2022 consecutively. This year, Hamad International Airport has been ranked by Skytrax as the second-best airport in the world, and received the ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ accolade for the ninth time in a row, as well as ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’.
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Source: Qatar Airways
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