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SHIFT 2027: Brussels Airport announces new strategy to strengthen its position as a major European hub with stronger focus on sustainability

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Brussels, Belgium, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — After two difficult crisis years, Brussels Airport is starting a new chapter with a new strategy for the coming five years. A strategy focusing on clear priorities and addressing the challenges of today (23/05/2022). With SHIFT 2027, and the tag line “Wider horizons, sustainable ambitions”, Brussels Airport… Read the full press release

Nearly 200 e-charging stations will be built at Budapest Airport over the next 3 years

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Budapest, Hungary, 2022-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Sustainability is a key focus area for Budapest Airport, and, within that, e-mobility is one of the six most important pillars. This is why the airport operator has been placing a strong emphasis for years on the development of an electric charging network, both inside and outside… Read the full press release

dnata installs rooftop solar power system at its cargo and catering facilities at Changi Airport

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Rooftop power plant to reduce air services provider’s electricity-related carbon emissions by 20% in Singapore   Initiative is part of dnata’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint by 20% by 2024 globally Singapore, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, continues to invest in infrastructure and equipment to… Read the full press release

Metrolink provided free rides on Earth Day to encourage people in helping improve air quality in southern California

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Los Angeles, CA, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Metrolink provided free rides today ( APRIL 22, 2022) on Earth Day to encourage people to take the train and help the air quality in southern California. Riding the train instead of driving can lessen CO2 emissions and limit harmful pollutants released into the environment. Metrolink… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport invests in three additional electric vans to its operations

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London, UK, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport has invested in three additional electric Nissan e-NV200 vans to its landside and airside operations. The new Nissan e-NV200 vans were provided by Trenton Nissan in Hull and the vehicles have previously been awarded former International Van of the Year, this brings the total number… Read the full press release

Hotel Nikko Bali Saves the Earth by Planting Indian Almond Trees on Earth Day

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Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, 2022-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ —Ways to save Mother Earth, no matter how small it is when it is done continuously will impact the positive one to the planet we live in. To celebrate the annual global event of Earth Day on 22nd April 2022, Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach has… Read the full press release

Boeing supports Yale Center for Natural Carbon Capture’s research with $10 million commitment

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Company to support the Center’s work to conduct groundbreaking research with a five-year, $10 million contribution Boeing joins inaugural Center supporter FedEx as well as Southwest Airlines in supporting the study of natural carbon capture CHICAGO, IL, 2022-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Boeing [NYSE: B.A.] today (April 21, 2022) announced its support of an… Read the full press release

British Airways launches the BA Better World Community Fund

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The BA Better World Community Fund will further support organisations and projects in communities across the UK Charities and social enterprise groups are invited to apply for funding through the airline’s Crowdfunder page. The airline is supporting four organisations for its first round of funding, including Fantasy Wings, Global Grooves, Energy Garden and Black2Nature London, UK,… Read the full press release

British Airways becomes the first airline in the world to use SAF produced on a commercial scale in the UK

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British Airways becomes the first airline in the world to use sustainable aviation fuel (“SAF”) produced on a commercial scale in the UK after signing a multi-year agreement with Phillips 66 Limited SAF is produced from sustainable sources such as waste gases, crop and forestry residues, household and commercial waste and used cooking oil, and… Read the full press release

Booking Holdings releases its inaugural Climate Action Plan

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Booking Holdings Also Publishes Its Third Annual Sustainability Report NORWALK, Conn., 2022-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (March 22, 2022), Booking Holdings released its inaugural Climate Action Plan, the first of its kind for any global online travel company. The Climate Action Plan functions as a strategic framework for how Booking Holdings intends to… Read the full press release

Finnair part of oneworld’s joint commitment to purchase more than 350 million gallons of SAF

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Vantaa, Finland, 2022-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Members of the oneworld® Alliance plan to purchase up to 200 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel per year from Colorado-based renewable fuels producer Gevo, in the second such joint commitment by the global airline alliance in four months. Delivery of the fuel will commence from 2027,… Read the full press release

SFO: Harvey Milk Terminal 1 the first airport in the world to earn LEED v4 Platinum certification

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Airport’s newest terminal uses 60% less energy than comparable facilities SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2022-Feb-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) announced that Harvey Milk Terminal 1 has become the first airport terminal in the world to earn “Platinum” certification using the latest standards from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental… Read the full press release

JAL participates in the “Plastic Circular Challenge 2025”

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Tokyo, Japan, 2022-Feb-23 — /Travel PR News/ — JAL has announced its participation in the “Plastic Circular Challenge 2025” (hereinafter referred to as “this framework”) organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature Japan (hereinafter referred to as “WWF Japan”(*1)). Through the promotion of the 3R (Reduce/Reuse/Recycle) + 1 (Redesign), we have set a goal… Read the full press release

PATA welcomes the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) as its newest government member

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2022-Feb-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is pleased to welcome the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) as its newest government member. STB’s mission is to shape a dynamic tourism landscape for Singapore in partnership with industry and community. PATA CEO Liz Ortiguera said, “I am truly honoured to… Read the full press release

British Airways partners with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to become the first UK airline to recognise the Sunflower

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British Airways has partnered with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to become the first UK airline to formally recognise the Sunflower Satisfaction among customers with accessibility needs has more than doubled following the airline’s investment in recent years in a number of initiatives, including a specialist customer care team for travellers who require additional assistance Increasing the… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines’ sustainability plan featured in Vision 2045’s United Nations Sustainable Development Goals campaign

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DALLAS, TX, 2022-Feb-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) is excited to announce it has joined the Vision 2045 campaign, a collaboration among multiple organizations and companies to share films and resources that aim to inspire businesses and people to take action toward a more sustainable future. “Southwest® is honored to be part… Read the full press release

Qatar Aircraft Catering Company reaches its environmental sustainability target in a year by recycling more than one million kilograms of plastic waste

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QACC distributed over 40,000 linen items, including blankets, mattresses and duvets to home shelters and refugee camps around the globe The catering subsidiary cuts equipment weight by 257 tonnes a year resulting in reduction of CO2 emissions DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Feb-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Aircraft Catering Company (QACC), the aircraft catering subsidiary of Qatar… Read the full press release

UNWTO welcomed tourism leaders’ commitment to place sustainability and inclusivity at the heart of the sector’s restart and recovery

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Americas, 2022-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO has welcomed a pledge made by tourism leaders at the Adventure Next Latin America summit to realign the sector along a path of greater resilience and sustainability. The tourism trade event welcomed the Ministers of Tourism of Panama, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala and Honduras, alongside high/level representatives of the governments of both Brazil and… Read the full press release

UNWTO welcomed tourism leaders at the Adventure Next Latin America summit

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Americas, 2022-Feb-15 — /Travel PR News/ — UNWTO has welcomed a pledge made by tourism leaders at the Adventure Next Latin America summit to realign the sector along a path of greater resilience and sustainability. The tourism trade event welcomed the Ministers of Tourism of Panama, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala and Honduras, alongside high/level representatives of the governments of both Brazil… Read the full press release

The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake in Ohio recycled used mattresses showcasing its sustainability best practices

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BUFFALO, NY, 2022-Feb-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake in Ohio is showcasing sustainability best practices with its recent lodging upgrades. The Lodge, where Delaware North has provided lodging, food and beverage and retail services since 2004, replaced 387 mattresses and box springs across the property in early January. Instead of the… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport announces Airport Carbon Transition (ACT) programme partners

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Bristol Airport has announced new partnerships with five organisations in the first round of funding from the Airport Carbon Transition (ACT) programme London, UK, 2022-Feb-08 — /Travel PR News/ — The ACT programme is a fund launched by Bristol Airport in July 2021 to kick start and fast track decarbonisation initiatives in the South West…. Read the full press release

British Airways introduces improvements to its customer experience as part of its commitment to sustainability

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British Airways is making improvements to its customer experience and reinforcing its commitment to put sustainability at the heart of its customer journey The airline is introducing new plant-based menus across its lounges, removing single-use plastic bottles, installing water stations and offering colleagues training in sustainability A premium pre-Covid meal service will be re-introduced in Club… Read the full press release

Stagecoach announces the appointment of a new Head of Sustainability, Greg Ritt

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New role showcasing commitment to sustainable change Greg Ritt joins with over 12 years of specialist knowledge Stagecoach continuing to make progress in new sustainability strategy Perth, Scotland, 2022-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Stagecoach has taken a further step in achieving its sustainability commitments by announcing the appointment of a new Head of Sustainability…. Read the full press release

easyJet welcomes findings by ICCT report showing possibility of carbon-free flight over shorter ranges

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London, UK, 2022-Jan-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has published a new study which finds that hydrogen-powered aircraft could cap emissions from passenger aviation with policy support and “look surprisingly viable from a design perspective”. According to the ICCT, liquid hydrogen combustion aircraft could provide carbon-free air travel… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport progresses on its way towards carbon neutral operations

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Budapest, Hungary, 2022-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — In 2021, Budapest Airport once again took huge steps to maintain its carbon neutral operations and achieve its sustainability goals. Last year, the company further reduced its direct carbon dioxide emissions, which are now half the level of ten years ago, while emissions per passenger were only… Read the full press release

SITA’s 2021 Air Transport IT Insights: Airlines and airports in China leading the way in automating the passenger journey

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New operational efficiencies, low-touch and seamless passenger experiences, and IT to support sustainability identified as priorities. Beijing, China, 2022-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Airlines and airports in China are leading the way globally in automating the passenger journey, with 100% of airlines saying they are investing in upgrading their passenger management systems. In particular,… Read the full press release

PATA and global hospitality, travel and tourism sector organisations announce release of The Net Zero Methodology for Hotels

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BANGKOK, THAILAND, 2022-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) in partnership with global hospitality, travel and tourism sector organisations released a new methodology to guide hotels on how to set a net zero pathway. The Net Zero Methodology for Hotels provides detailed guidance on how hotels can approach the technical… Read the full press release

The Swedish national cross-country and alpine ski teams renew partnerships and continue purchasing biofuel from SAS

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2022-Jan-13 — /Travel PR News/ — The Swedish national cross-country and alpine ski teams are purchasing biofuel from SAS in volumes corresponding to all their flights in Scandinavia as part of their sustainability initiative. The two Swedish national teams are now renewing their partnerships with SAS and purchasing additional biofuel, helping to reduce… Read the full press release

Finavia completes renovation of the Helsinki Airport air traffic area

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Vantaa, Finland, 2021-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia has completed the renovation of the Helsinki Airport air traffic area, which started in the summer of 2021 and cost EUR 7 million. The goal was to ensure smooth taxiing and apron operations of aircraft as well as further improve the management of stormwater. “Our aim… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways performs the first-ever trade on the IATA Aviation Carbon Exchange ACE using the IATA Clearing House

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Pioneering initiative opens a new chapter in the promotion of innovation towards environmental sustainability DOHA, Qatar, 2021-Dec-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Qatar Airways became the first carrier to make a transaction on the IATA Aviation Carbon Exchange (ACE) using IATA Clearing House (ICH)…. Read the full press release