Organisations & Operators News

Airbus Final Assembly Line in China delivers its first A321neo
Airbus has delivered the first A321neo aircraft assembled at its Final Assembly Line Asia (FAL Tianjin) to China’s Juneyao Air in Tianjin, China. The aircraft is powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines and features 207 comfortable seats, 8 in Business and 199 in Economy class. Its delivery flight is to use a ten percent Sustainable Aviation Fuel blend in support of the green aviation strategy in China.

With ALL PLUS, Accor reinvents its frequent traveler subscription cards
Following the successful launch of its ground-breaking subscription cards in China and Brazil, Accor announces the revitalization of the ibis BUSINESS and BUSINESS PLUS frequent traveler cards through the creation of ALL PLUS ibis and ALL PLUS Voyageur.

Marriott International Celebrates 1,000 Hotels in Asia Pacific
Marriott International, Inc. has announced the milestone opening of its 1,000th hotel in Asia Pacific, signaling its continued confidence in the long-term growth potential of the region. The company entered the region nearly 50 years ago and has steadily increased its Asia Pacific footprint.

Ontario International Airport welcomes 30 millionth passenger since return to local ownership
When Jessica Burchett arrived at Ontario International Airport (ONT) last Thursday, she had no idea she was about to become an instant celebrity as the 30 millionth passenger since the transition of the airport to local ownership six years ago.

IATA and AWS launch datathon to boost gender diversity in aviation industry
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching a virtual datathon to stimulate the development of data-based solutions to further the aviation industry’s gender diversity.

UNWTO has opened applications for the third edition of its Best Tourism Villages initiative
Best Tourism Villages by UNWTO was launched in 2021 as part of the Organization’s work to make tourism a driver of rural development and wellbeing. To date, over 70 villages from almost 40 countries have been recognized as Best Tourism Villages.

Alaska Airlines announces agreement with Shell Aviation to expand sustainable aviation fuel market
Alaska Airlines has announced an agreement with Shell Aviation to expand the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) market beyond a standard fuel supply agreement

IHG Hotels & Resorts expands partnership with AWC to open Kimpton Pattaya in Thailand
New-build Kimpton Pattaya grows successful collaboration to 1,250 rooms across six properties and three brands

Japan Airlines Selects 737-8 to Grow Sustainable World-Class Fleet
Boeing and Japan Airlines (JAL) have finalized an order for 21 super-efficient 737-8 jets.
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WTTC unveils world-first global Travel & Tourism’s water footprint
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Saudi-based Sustainable Tourism Global Center have unveiled groundbreaking new data detailing the total water usage of the global Travel & Tourism sector.

New WTTC environmental data reveals Italy’s Travel & Tourism sector’s climate footprint
New groundbreaking data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the Saudi-based Sustainable Tourism Global Center reveals the climate footprint of the Travel & Tourism sector in Italy.

Disney Cruise Line Announces Inaugural Sailings to New Island Destination
Disney Cruise Line announced today the inaugural dates and select itineraries for its new island destination in The Bahamas, headlining a season full of new and guest-favorite itineraries around the world in summer 2024.