Tag: sustainability
NEWS Jun 26, 2023 Canada to Build CA$1.9 Billion Sustainable Aviation Fuel Facility in Manitoba The Canadian province of Manitoba plans to build a CA$1.9 billion sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility near the city of Portage la Prairie. In addition, the provincial government of Manitoba and the Government of Canada plan to spend CA$2.9 million on an engineering study for the new facility. Read More →
NEWS Jun 23, 2023 Ecuador Hosts Event in Guayaquil to Discuss Local Aviation Industry On June 21, Ecuador hosted the Aviation Day event for the second consecutive year in the country's largest city of Guayaquil. The event, which Ecuador considers to be a "regional benchmark", was aimed at further developing the country's aviation industry. Read More →
NEWS May 30, 2023 Qantas to Establish AU$400 Million Climate Fund Qantas will establish an AU$400 million climate fund that will help the airline meet its net zero targets. The Qantas Climate Fund includes creating a SAF industry within Australia. Read More →
NEWS May 26, 2023 Air New Zealand Takes Aotea Skincare to the World Air New Zealand has now taken on a new partnership and has partnered with the skincare brand Aotea to showcase traditional skincare that is based on Maori tradition. Read More →
NEWS May 11, 2023 Sustainable Aviation: California and Washington's Governors Highlight Progress So Far California and Washington's Governors highlighted their states progress on sustainable aviation. California Governor Gavin Newsom visited an SAF production facility near Los Angeles while Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill on sustainable aviation. Read More →
NEWS Apr 10, 2023 Airbus and China Sign Next Phase of Partnership Airbus and China have recently signed an agreement of partnership. This agreement aims to set up a second Final Assembly Line in Tianjin, China, and increase the use of SAFs for a more sustainable future. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Feb 06, 2023 Air Canada: The Fleet to Suit All Needs Air Canada is the largest airline in Canada, operating both domestically and internationally. With a fleet of over 400 aircraft, the airline serves over 200 destinations around the world. Read More →
NEWS Jun 14, 2021 United Airlines is Gambling on a New Venture Fund United Airlines recently announced the creation of a venture fund to aid them in achieving their sustainability goals. The expectation is that they will fund technology companies in the travel industry that could help them reduce emissions. Read More →
NEWS Dec 31, 1969 JAL Offers "No Meal" Option Japan Airlines has recently introduced a "No Meal" option for passengers on some flights in an effort to reduce waste. The first of its kind, JAL's "Ethical Choice" initiative allows passengers to opt out of receiving inflight meals before they board their flight. Read More →