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Supporting sustainability in travel loyalty

By Kenneth Purcell – iSeatz | August 14, 2023

Sustainability-related rewards align with members’ values. But travel loyalty programs need the technological wherewithal to offer them. Read More

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United, JetBlue further investments in sustainability

By Derek Catron | July 31, 2023

United Airlines announced an increase to its sustainable flight fund along with new partners – including JetBlue Ventures, which is also investing in carbon dioxide removal technology. Read More

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Travel needs “to join forces” to meet climate challenges

By Derek Catron | July 28, 2023

Looking to customers to make sacrifices won’t be enough to help travel reach the industry’s sustainability goals, a panel of experts at Phocuswright Europe said. Read More

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Partnership creates tree-planting rail travel booking tool

By Derek Catron | July 27, 2023

Ecosia, a search engine that dedicates its profits to green initiatives, is partnering with travel technology platform Omio to create a train travel booking product that will fund tree-planting and... Read More

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Want green travel? Add competition to high-speed rail lines

By Derek Catron | July 20, 2023

A report from SilverRail shows a surge in rail use on high-speed routes where there is increased competition to hold down costs. Read More

News / Startups

Lilium avoids delisting with $192M injection

By Linda Fox | July 18, 2023

EVTOL company Lilium hopes to achieve its first manned flight in the second half of 2024. Read More

Opinion / Online

Stepping stones toward hotel sustainability

By Sophie Cartwright - Guestline | July 7, 2023

Reducing hospitality’s carbon footprint is an ongoing requirement, but there are steps to help operators get there, saving money in the long term while building loyalty with staff and guests. Read More

News / Online

4 key insights from Phocuswright Europe 2023

By Derek Catron | June 21, 2023

Clearing up a mystery over Airbnb’s marketing spend, balancing interests in the travel experience sector, calling for action on climate — they were all key moments during last week's conference. Read More

News / Startups

Amadeus takes stake in SAF innovator Caphenia

By Linda Fox | June 12, 2023

The Germany-based company is working to produce synthesis gas, the combination of CO2 and water, used to make sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Read More

News / Technology

Uber unveils carbon saving initiatives for riders and drivers

By Linda Fox | June 9, 2023

Actor Edward Norton joined the event, saying young people “should be mad,” while he also applauded Uber's use of its platform to push for the adoption of electric vehicles. Read More

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IATA, ATPCO teaming up to offer flight emissions data

By Derek Catron | June 7, 2023

ATPCO will integrate IATA's CO2 data into its API for flight amenities later this year. Read More

News / Technology

Emirates to invest $200M to boost sustainability efforts

By Linda Fox | May 11, 2023

The carrier, which plans to invest the funds over three years, claims this is the biggest financial commitment toward sustainability by any airline. Read More

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Big Red Group, Ecotourism Australia partner for sustainable tourism

By Derek Catron | April 28, 2023

Experience operators on Big Red Group’s platform will be able to demonstrate their sustainable credentials by showcasing certifications from Ecotourism Australia, a not-for-profit that promotes... Read More

News / Startups

HumanForest raises £12M to double its fleet, invest in tech

By Kathryn Walson | April 27, 2023

The London-based company plans to invest the equity component into its user app and advertising technology platform. Read More

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As airfares soar, train bookings rise

By Kathryn Walson | April 26, 2023

Omio has compared its search and booking data from Q1 2019 with Q1 2023, finding a 20% increase in total train bookings and a 54% decrease in total flight bookings. Read More

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