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Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) commissions large-scale biodigester, with aim to reduce CO₂ emission

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) commissions large-scale biodigester, with aim to reduce CO₂ emission

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) is scaling up its approach to waste management with a custom-built biodigester, one of the largest in commercial scale and capacity. The Power Knot LFC-3000 biodigester at EKFC’s Central Commissary Unit enables on-site processing of organic waste, treating it at the source rather than diverting it to landfill.

Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy Makes Its Debut in Greater China with the Opening of Artik Suzhou

Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy Makes Its Debut in Greater China with the Opening of Artik Suzhou

6 February 2026 Press Release Hotel News Tourism News Organisations & Operators

Marriott Bonvoy®, Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform and global portfolio of more than 30 brands, today announced the opening of Artik Suzhou, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy, the highly anticipated Asia debut for the brand in Greater China. Located in the heart of the historic city of Suzhou—often referred to as the “Venice of the East”—the property blends contemporary design with the refined elegance of Suzhou’s centuries-old cultural heritage, thoughtfully reinterpreting local art, architecture, and tradition.

AROYA Cruises Prepares for Highly Anticipated Inaugural Arabian Gulf Season

AROYA Cruises Prepares for Highly Anticipated Inaugural Arabian Gulf Season

6 February 2026 Press Release Cruise News Tourism News Organisations & Operators

AROYA Cruises, the first Arabian cruise line introduced by Cruise Saudi, a 100% PIF-owned company – has unveiled its much-anticipated inaugural Arabian Gulf season, commencing in February 2026. The new season introduces a range of voyages from two-, three- and four-night itineraries, all the way through to five-, six- and seven-night journeys that offer international guests a unique opportunity to explore some of the Arabian Gulf’s most vibrant destinations by sea from a range of ports throughout the region.

Beyond Tokyo: Eight Cherry Blossom Destinations in Tohoku and Nearby Regions, Linked by Shinkansen

Beyond Tokyo: Eight Cherry Blossom Destinations in Tohoku and Nearby Regions, Linked by Shinkansen

5 February 2026 Press Release Tourism News Rail & Coach News

Japan’s Tohoku region occupies the northeastern part of Honshu, comprising six prefectures—Aomori, Iwate, Miyagi, Akita, Yamagata, and Fukushima. Surrounded by mountain ranges and river valleys, with castle towns and rural landscapes scattered throughout, the area becomes one of Japan’s most appealing spring destinations when cherry blossoms reach their peak.