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Marriott Bonvoy connects Manchester United fans with unforgettable experiences at Old Trafford

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Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel programme from Marriott International, is offering Manchester United fans extraordinary opportunities throughout the 2024-2025 season, including the chance to play on the iconic Old Trafford pitch, enjoy stadium sleepovers, and even travel alongside the team.

These exclusive experiences can be accessed through Marriott Bonvoy Moments, where fans can bid with points or enter a sweepstakes for an unforgettable matchday experience.

This exciting partnership is particularly relevant for Global Travel Management customers, as it highlights the potential for unique and tailored travel experiences that enhance corporate trips. By understanding such offerings, business travellers can combine their professional journeys with leisure opportunities that resonate with their personal passions, thereby creating a more enriching travel experience.

As part of the season’s offerings, Marriott Bonvoy and Manchester United have announced a sweepstakes where ten lucky fans and a guest will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to play at Old Trafford. Winners will enjoy a weekend mimicking the life of a Manchester United star, featuring a behind-the-scenes stadium tour, an exclusive dinner with club legends, and hospitality at the Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly. The experience also includes round-trip flights to Manchester, accommodations, and tickets to a Men’s match, with entries open until 31 March 2025, at ManUtd.com/MarriottBonvoyCompetition.

In their sixth year of partnership, Marriott Bonvoy will provide a variety of exclusive Moments that fans can redeem using points accrued from travel and everyday activities. Highlights include:

  • Travel Like the Team: Fans can join Manchester United on away matches to Plzeň and Bucharest, enjoying pre-match hospitality and match tickets.
  • Seat of Dreams: Experience a VIP matchday alongside a club legend at Old Trafford, complete with complimentary food and a pre-match Q&A.
  • Suite of Dreams: An overnight stay at Old Trafford’s Marriott Hotels “Suite of Dreams”, offering unique experiences like kit preparation and dining with a legend.
  • Mascot Experience: Young fans can take the pitch with the first team, watching the match from general admission seats, alongside a stay at the Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel.
  • M Club Suite: VIP seating with complimentary hospitality in the exclusive M Club Suite during matches.
  • Ambassadors’ Lounge: Access to VIP tickets and complimentary hospitality at Old Trafford with legends.
  • Play on the Pitch: Members can bid points for a chance to play at Old Trafford, coached by Manchester United legends.

Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, stated,

This partnership illustrates the growing trend of blending business travel with unique leisure experiences, allowing UK-based travellers to make the most of their trips and fulfil their passions.

In addition to these offerings, fans can explore The Lobby Phone installation at the new Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly. This unique audio experience lets guests hear never-before-told stories from club legends and current players, further connecting them with Manchester United’s rich history.

To discover more about these exciting opportunities and how they can enhance your travel experience, contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager today.

Dave

Manchester Airport launches new Arctic routes, connecting UK business travellers to Tromsø

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Travellers flying from Manchester Airport will soon have direct access to the Arctic, with Norwegian and easyJet launching new services to Tromsø, the world’s most northerly city, in the coming weeks.

Both airlines will offer flights directly from Manchester to Tromsø, with Norwegian starting their service this Wednesday and easyJet following suit from 19 November. Each airline will operate twice weekly, with Norwegian flying on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and easyJet on Tuesdays and Saturdays. With a flight time of just over three hours, these new routes will be particularly appealing for UK-based business travellers who may want to combine their work trips with an extraordinary experience, as Tromsø is renowned for its unique Arctic landscape and rich cultural heritage.

For Global Travel Management customers, these flights offer new opportunities to explore a destination not only popular for leisure but also important for business in industries such as renewable energy and Arctic research. The launch of these services from Manchester, a major hub for UK business travellers, highlights the increasing importance of connecting the UK with diverse global regions.

Tromsø’s appeal stretches beyond its title as the world’s most northerly city, offering a range of activities in one of the planet’s most stunning natural settings. Whether it’s whale-watching, catching a glimpse of the mesmerising Northern Lights, or exploring the local Sami culture on a reindeer sleigh ride, Tromsø provides business travellers with a chance to unwind in a completely different environment after meetings or conferences. Additionally, Tromsø’s strategic position inside the Arctic Circle makes it a prime destination for those interested in eco-tourism and sustainability.

Paul Baker, Sales Director at Global Travel Management, commented on the benefit these flights bring to business travellers:

With Manchester now offering direct flights to Tromsø, our clients have the chance to explore a unique Arctic destination that could be of particular interest for those working in the renewable energy or environmental sectors. The short flight time and twice-weekly schedule make it easy for UK-based business travellers to incorporate Tromsø into their itineraries, whether for business or leisure.

Stephen Turner, Chief Commercial Officer at Manchester Airport, emphasised the airport’s growing route network, noting that Tromsø is now the most northerly destination available from Manchester. He stated,

These new services to Tromsø are a really exciting addition and give people planning their next city break or adventurous holiday a truly unique option.

If you would like more information about how these new routes could benefit your business travel plans, contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager today.

Dave

Qatar Airways introduces the world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 777 flight, enhancing in-flight connectivity

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Qatar Airways has launched the world’s first Boeing 777 Starlink-equipped flight, setting a new standard for in-flight connectivity that promises to revolutionise the travel experience for passengers.

On 22 October 2024, this milestone was marked by a flight from Doha to London, making Qatar Airways the first airline globally to offer Starlink’s ultra-high-speed, low-latency internet across its fleet.

Recognised as the World’s Best Airline by Skytrax in 2024, Qatar Airways is taking the lead in adopting cutting-edge technology in air travel. The airline is not only the first carrier in the MENA region to provide passengers with Starlink but is also set to exceed its initial goal of having three Starlink-equipped aircraft, with plans to introduce twelve Boeing 777-300s by the end of 2024. This ambitious rollout will see the technology implemented across the entire Boeing 777 fleet by 2025 – one year ahead of schedule – with the Airbus A350 fleet following in the summer of the same year.

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This significant initiative demonstrates Qatar Airways’ commitment to enhancing passenger experience by bridging the gap between the skies and the ground. With Starlink, passengers can enjoy reliable, high-speed internet access throughout their journey—from gate to gate. Whether streaming their favourite shows, watching live sports, playing online games, or working while in the air, travellers can remain connected without any charge.

Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, Qatar Airways’ Group Chief Executive Officer, stated:

We are thrilled to launch our first Starlink-equipped flight, proving once again why Qatar Airways is at the forefront of the aviation industry. This milestone, paired with our commitment to rapidly roll out Starlink across our entire modern fleet, demonstrates our relentless pursuit of offering passengers an in-flight experience that transcends the constraints of traditional air travel. By providing Starlink reliable, seamless internet on board, we are connecting people to the things they love the most even at 35,000 feet, making every journey with us a memorable one.

Qatar Airways has achieved several industry-firsts with this initiative, including being the first airline to operate a Starlink-equipped Boeing widebody 777, as well as securing the first Starlink Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for a Boeing aircraft. These advancements signify a major leap forward in passenger connectivity, as the technology delivers high-speed internet across previously unreachable areas, including over oceans and remote locations.

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, remarked,

Over time you’ll find it just gets better and better. This is the minimum and it only gets better from here.

As Global Travel Management aims to keep UK-based business travellers informed about the latest advancements in the industry, the introduction of Starlink-equipped flights by Qatar Airways highlights a pivotal shift towards improved connectivity while flying. Paul Baker, Sales Director at Global Travel Management, commented,

This innovative service will significantly benefit UK-based business travellers, enabling them to work efficiently and stay connected while in the air, transforming the way we think about travel.

The first Starlink-equipped aircraft will operate on select routes as Qatar Airways continues to implement its rollout plans. This move is set to elevate the airline’s award-winning on-board experience, providing a new benchmark for in-flight excellence.

For further information about how this advancement can enhance your travel experience, please contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager.

Dave

Emirates supports education with upcycled backpacks for teachers

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Emirates has recognised the dedication of teachers in one of Johannesburg’s most impoverished areas by gifting 100 teachers with limited-edition, upcycled backpacks, marking their contribution to education and society.

The backpacks, part of Emirates’ ‘Aircrafted by Emirates’ repurposed luggage collection, were given to teachers at Carter Primary School and Gordon Primary School in Alexandra, as part of the airline’s commitment to ‘connecting communities’. The airline’s team, based in Johannesburg, made the donation during the same month as World Teachers Day, demonstrating their ongoing support for the local community. Each backpack, made from leather upcycled from the airline’s A380 and 777 aircraft, was handmade at the Emirates Engineering facility in Dubai. The teachers also received a luxe leather notebook, an on-the-go tea tumbler, and teas from Dilmah.

Afzal Parambil, Emirates Regional Manager for Southern Africa, commented,

Since our first flight to Johannesburg in 1995, we have not only invested in scaling our operations and developing South Africa’s tourism sector but invested in the community too. Education, much like travel, broadens the mind and brings immeasurable value to society at large. Celebrating these shared values, we wanted to show our appreciation for the teachers in one of Johannesburg’s most impoverished townships. We are proud to enrich the communities we serve.

The initiative is part of Emirates’ long-standing support for education. Through the Emirates Airline Foundation, the airline has supported schooling programmes globally, with a focus on improving education in underprivileged areas. In South Africa, Emirates has worked with projects such as Singakwenza, which supports early childhood education in low-income communities, and the Fikelela Children’s Centre, which helps children affected by HIV/AIDS. These projects align with Emirates’ broader mission to create a lasting impact on the communities it serves, both through education and charitable work.

Carter Primary School’s Principal Seemela expressed gratitude for the recognition:

It means a lot to us to have our hard work, dedication and sacrifices recognised. We are grateful to the Emirates team for hand-picking our school. We don’t often get recognition for the work we do, in the communities we work in. Emirates has shown our learners that through hard work they too can be recognised for their efforts and become key players and role models in their own communities regardless of their backgrounds.

The ‘Aircrafted by Emirates’ collection, which repurposes materials from the airline’s interior cabin retrofit programme, is set to be donated to more schools and organisations across Africa and Asia before the year’s end, underscoring Emirates’ commitment to education and sustainability.

Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, commented:

Initiatives like this show the positive impact that global companies can have on local communities. For UK-based business travellers, it’s inspiring to see airlines like Emirates not only leading in travel but also giving back in meaningful ways. It reminds us that travel is about more than just getting from one place to another – it’s about building connections and enriching lives.

For more information on Emirates flights, contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager.

Dave

British Airways launches business class sale with great offers on global flights

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The British Airways Business Class Sale has just launched, offering exceptional deals on flights in both Club World and Club Europe cabins, with destinations across the globe.

Travellers can take advantage of great offers on Club World (business class) flights to long-haul destinations like New York, San Francisco, Abu Dhabi and Buenos Aires, among others.

For those flying closer to home, Club Europe (business class) fares are also discounted across the short-haul network, covering cities from London Heathrow, London Gatwick and London City airports.

The sale runs until 5 November 2024, making this the perfect time for business travellers to upgrade to a more luxurious flight experience, with offers available for selected travel periods.

With Club World and Club Europe bookings, passengers enjoy a range of premium services, including dedicated check-in desks, Fast Track security access and access to British Airways’ exclusive lounges. Business travellers will also benefit from a generous baggage allowance of two checked bags (up to 32kg each) and ample cabin luggage space, ensuring they have everything they need for their trips.

Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, commented:

This British Airways Business Class Sale is fantastic news for UK-based business travellers. The opportunity to fly in comfort, whether it’s for a short-haul European trip or a longer journey to destinations like the USA or the Middle East, makes it an ideal time to upgrade your business travel experience.

The sale includes destinations across the USA, Canada, Mexico, Europe and beyond. Whether flying to New York, Singapore, or closer European hubs like Paris or Frankfurt, travellers can take advantage of competitive rates across both long-haul and short-haul routes. The sale offers are available for bookings made by 5 November 2024, and flights depart from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and London City airports.

For those interested in elevating their travel experience, this is an ideal opportunity to book luxury flights at a reduced cost. Don’t miss out – if you’d like further information or assistance with your business travel arrangements, contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager today.

Dave

American Airlines upgrades inflight experience with fresh content and exclusive partnerships

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Customers flying with American Airlines now have even more choices to personalise their business travel experience, with enhanced entertainment options and a rotating amenity kit programme, providing something for every traveller’s taste.

American Airlines has expanded its inflight entertainment, offering business travellers a selection of 200 new titles each month.

With a curated collection of over 1,500 movies, TV shows, audio selections and lifestyle content, these choices are tailored to current entertainment trends, customer feedback and viewing habits.

Travellers can also access their favourite streaming services via personal devices when connected to onboard Wi-Fi, providing flexibility and convenience during their journeys.

The airline’s partnerships with platforms like Apple, Audible, FitOn and Hey Bear Sensory give travellers even more options to pass the time during long flights. These collaborations allow passengers to enjoy a variety of entertainment, from hundreds of TV shows and movies to hours of audio and even skill development opportunities.

Additionally, travellers can benefit from exclusive offers, such as continuing to access Apple Music, Apple TV+, and Audible after their flight, ensuring their entertainment doesn’t end upon arrival.

In celebration of heritage months and popular cultural trends, American Airlines curates special interest channels, offering unique content based on topics like Hispanic Heritage Month and True Crime, adding a touch of personalisation for business travellers.

Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, remarked:

UK-based business travellers flying with American Airlines can look forward to a more enjoyable and customised inflight experience. With new entertainment choices being refreshed monthly and access to exclusive content, these enhancements make long flights more productive and enjoyable.

For more information on how these inflight services can benefit your next business trip, contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager.

Dave

Virgin Atlantic unveils new seasonal menu and wellness offerings for business travellers

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Virgin Atlantic has launched a new Autumn/Winter menu, offering a range of seasonal, comforting dishes across all cabins, complemented by feel-good beverages in Upper Class and wellness amenities at the London Heathrow Clubhouse.

For business travellers flying Upper Class, the menu presents a premium culinary experience with indulgent options such as chicken and mushroom pie with truffle, pan-roasted cod or pumpkin girasoli.

Virgin Atlantic’s pre-select service enhances this further with exclusive mains, including roasted duck breast with potato gratin. Travellers can also enjoy a delightful brunch on select UK departures, with choices such as smashed avocado with poached egg, red velvet pancakes, or a chicken and treacle beer bacon club sandwich.

Recognising the importance of rest and rejuvenation for business travellers, Virgin Atlantic has introduced a selection of wellness drinks in Upper Class.

These include the soothing Three Spirit Nightcap, kombucha by Lo Bros, and TRIP Elderflower Mint Mindful Blend – all designed to promote relaxation during and after flights. For an immune-boosting option, Perfect Ted Juicy Peach, powered by matcha green tea, is also available.

The Upper Class wine selection has been refreshed, featuring a curated list of elegant wines, including a 2022 Grillo Viognier Bio and a 2023 Diermersdal Sauvignon Blanc, with red and rosé options also available.

Wine choices: the new Upper Class wine selection has been refreshed

Premium and Economy passengers are not left out, with a variety of delicious meals such as honey and mustard chicken or Cumberland sausage in Premium, and sausage with colcannon mash or tomato mascarpone pasta in Economy.

Pre-flight relaxation has also been taken up a notch at Virgin Atlantic’s London Heathrow Clubhouse. Passengers can now access calming essential oils by Aromatherapy Associates, designed to help them unwind before boarding.

The Clubhouse has introduced a Yoga Retreat in collaboration with Peloton, allowing travellers to meditate, stretch or work out before their flight.

Commenting on the launch, Corneel Koster, Virgin Atlantic’s Chief Customer and Operating Officer, said:

By combining seasonality and comfort with premium ingredients, we’re offering our customers an elevated in-flight dining experience to enjoy and indulge, while also recognising the importance of relaxation during travel. Feeling well-rested and cared for can make all the difference for our customers, whether it’s a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or a business-as-usual trip.

Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, added:

Virgin Atlantic’s new menu and wellness offerings are a fantastic development for UK-based business travellers. The combination of premium dining options and relaxation-focused beverages and amenities ensures that travellers can arrive at their destination refreshed and ready to do business.

For further information on how Virgin Atlantic’s new offerings can enhance your business travel experience, please contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager.

Dave

Eurostar joins SkyTeam to revolutionise seamless air and rail travel for business travellers

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Eurostar and SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, have recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will revolutionise the way millions of customers experience integrated intermodal journeys via air and rail.

With Eurostar becoming SkyTeam’s first non-airline partner, business travellers can now book itineraries that combine long- and medium-haul flights with sustainable rail journeys in a single reservation, all while enjoying the benefits associated with the SkyTeam alliance.

This new partnership expands Eurostar’s network, opening up exciting opportunities for multi-city travel between the UK, France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. Travellers can fly into SkyTeam’s primary hubs in France, the Netherlands and the UK, as well as other major European airports, before seamlessly transitioning to Eurostar services.

Currently, approximately 13% of Eurostar passengers are long-haul air travellers who arrive at key SkyTeam hubs such as Amsterdam Schiphol, Paris Charles de Gaulle and London Heathrow before connecting to Eurostar destinations.

Gwendoline Cazenave, CEO of Eurostar, stated,

Offering travellers the choice to see Europe in the most sustainable and convenient way by rail is a key component of Eurostar’s vision for growth. We are creating a future where travellers can connect between Eurostar trains, domestic railways, and long-haul flying, opening up our services to new markets across the globe. Today is a major step forward towards this mission and we look forward to working with SkyTeam to develop the customer proposition so more travellers can experience Eurostar’s unique service.

Patrick Roux, CEO of SkyTeam, echoed this sentiment, saying,

Working with Eurostar as our first non-airline partner underscores SkyTeam’s commitment to delivering a more integrated and responsible travel experience by incorporating intermodal travel. One of the world’s most-loved train operators, with a reputation for customer service, Eurostar is a natural fit for SkyTeam. I look forward to developing our partnership and offering customers greater choice in how they travel across SkyTeam’s global network.

In the coming months, both companies will collaborate to create a more integrated experience for air-to-rail travel, ensuring that customers can fully enjoy the advantages of both transport modes. This exciting partnership is expected to launch in the first half of 2025.

In line with their sustainability efforts, Eurostar and KLM are also progressing with their air-rail product for customers travelling between Amsterdam and Brussels, which has already led to a reduction in flights between the two cities.

Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, highlighted the benefits for UK-based business travellers:

This partnership represents a significant advancement in sustainable travel options. It provides UK business travellers with the flexibility and convenience they need to navigate Europe efficiently while reducing their carbon footprint.

For more information about how this partnership may benefit your travel plans, please contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager.

Dave

Virgin Atlantic to open new Clubhouse at Los Angeles International Airport

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Virgin Atlantic has announced the opening of its newest Clubhouse at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in the first quarter of 2025, bringing its award-winning lounge experience to the Tom Bradley International Terminal.

The Los Angeles Clubhouse will offer a premium experience, complete with a spacious bar and social area, table service dining and exclusive spaces like ‘The Royal Box,’ a VIP booth.

Travellers can enjoy local artwork and lighting inspired by California sunsets, while amenities such as wireless charging, private pods and showers ensure business travellers can relax and stay productive before their flight.

Corneel Koster, Chief Customer & Operating Officer at Virgin Atlantic, said,

We’re thrilled to bring our award-winning Clubhouse to the vibrant, entertainment capital Los Angeles, where we know business and leisure travellers alike will enjoy our experience before their flight across the pond.

Designed to support a relaxing pre-flight routine, the Clubhouse will encourage mindfulness and rest, helping travellers prepare for a restful journey.

Business travellers will benefit from workspaces with Bluetooth connectivity, power outlets throughout and private areas to catch up on calls or emails. The space will also feature mixologists at the cocktail bar serving Virgin Atlantic favourites, including the iconic Virgin Redhead.

Access to the Virgin Atlantic LAX Clubhouse will be available to Upper Class passengers, Flying Club Gold members, and select SkyTeam travellers. The lounge will be open daily for those looking to unwind, work, or freshen up before departure.

Paul Baker, Sales Director at Global Travel Management, commented:

For UK-based business travellers, this is an excellent addition to the Virgin Atlantic offering. The new Clubhouse at LAX will provide a comfortable, productive space, ensuring travellers can relax or work right up to boarding.

For more information on Virgin Atlantic flights to Los Angeles, contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager.

Dave

Fiji Airways leads initiative to produce sustainable aviation fuel from sugarcane by-products

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Fiji Airways has launched a groundbreaking partnership with The Fiji Sugar Corporation Limited (FSC) and Lee Enterprises Consulting (LEC) to explore the feasibility of producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Fiji.

The collaboration, backed by funding from The Asian Development Bank (ADB), could significantly enhance sustainability in aviation and agriculture across the Pacific, while creating new economic prospects for local farmers and communities.

The project’s objective is to determine whether Fiji can sustainably produce SAF using its sugarcane industry by-products, such as molasses, bagasse, sugar, and biomass. The potential for this initiative is vast, not only for Fiji but for the wider region. It aims to create a fully integrated SAF production model that capitalises on Fiji’s agricultural resources and the expertise of international leaders in bioenergy and sustainable fuels.

Sweet success: The Fiji Sugar Corporation Limited is the largest sugar milling company in the South Pacific region and a significant contributor to the Fijian economy

Lee Enterprises Consulting (LEC), renowned globally for its work in biofuels and alternative energy, will lead the study to assess the technical and economic feasibility of converting Fiji’s sugarcane by-products into ethanol-based SAF. This process, known as alcohol-to-jet (ATJ) production, is a proven method of creating sustainable aviation fuel.

LEC’s CEO, Jason White, commented:

This collaboration is a testament to the power of partnerships in addressing global challenges such as climate change. By bringing together industry leaders and local stakeholders, we are not only advancing the production and use of sustainable aviation fuel but also promoting economic resilience and environmental stewardship in the Pacific.

The FSC, the largest sugar milling company in the South Pacific, plays a pivotal role in the project by providing the sugarcane-based feedstocks. These renewable and sustainable sources of biomass form the backbone of the SAF production effort. Meanwhile, Fiji Airways, committed to reducing its carbon footprint, sees this project as a significant step towards transitioning away from fossil fuels. As Fiji’s national carrier, it hopes to set a regional example for sustainable aviation.

Peter Seares, Fiji Airways’ Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer, said:

This is a landmark project for Fiji and the South Pacific Region. The feasibility assessment will lay a foundation for Fiji’s national airline to meet its sustainability goals while utilising local resources that will help to reinvigorate and transform the domestic sugar industry, create new jobs, and improve the lives of Fijians.

This project is poised to deliver numerous benefits. Sugarcane’s rapid growth and high biomass yield make it an ideal feedstock for SAF, offering reduced carbon emissions, high productivity, and energy efficiency. By using sugarcane by-products, the production of SAF could significantly lower aviation’s carbon footprint, further supported by the energy efficiency of sugarcane ethanol production. Bagasse, a by-product of the sugar extraction process, can also be used as a bioenergy source, powering the SAF production itself, thereby minimising overall carbon emissions.

In the long term, this project could position Fiji as a leader in the production and use of SAF across the Pacific. The success of this initiative could serve as a replicable model for other regions, contributing to the global effort to reduce aviation emissions, promote sustainable agriculture, and create economic opportunities for local industries.

Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, remarked:

This project marks an exciting development for UK-based business travellers flying with Fiji Airways, as it signals the airline’s commitment to sustainability. The potential introduction of SAF aligns with the growing demand for greener travel options, benefitting not only Fijian communities but also our clients who are seeking more environmentally conscious choices in business travel.

To book flights on Fiji Airways, please contact your Global Travel Management Account Manager.