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May 15, 2025

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Aviation Must Have a “Credible Plan” to Reach Net Zero
(SOURCE: LARA NEWS)

The aviation industry must present a clear and credible strategy for achieving net zero carbon emissions if it expects to continue its growth trajectory, delegates at the Sustainable Skies 2025 Global Summit were told today.

Speaking during a panel discussion on the future of sustainable aviation, Duncan McCourt, Chief Executive of Sustainable Aviation, a coalition of UK airlines, airports, aerospace manufacturers, fuel producers and partners, said, “In order to retain its licence to grow, the aviation industry has to show it has a credible plan to reach net zero.”

 
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AVIATION

Travelport to Offer Latam NDC Content (BTN EUROPE)

Expedia Adds APIs to B2B Platform to Help Build Travel Packages (PYMNTS)

Finnair Becomes the First Airline Globally to Create A ‘Native Order’, Powered by Amadeus Technology (BREAKING TRAVEL NEWS)

Airlines Meet to Discuss Newark Disruption (TRAVEL MOLE)

Global Airlines – Live: Simon Calder Rides New Airline’s First Transatlantic Flight to New York (MSN)

Is Southwest Airlines Preparing for International Expansion? What We Know So Far (AEROTIME)

SUSTAINABILITY

Top 5 Sustainable Aircraft Developments in 2025 (AZO CLEANTECH)

OTHER SECTORS

London Reaffirms Its Position As a Hub for Businesses to Connect: Amex GBT (TRAVEL DAILY MEDIA)

Australia Has Ramped Up Its Travel Warnings for the USA Three Times Since April (AUSTRALIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION)

Survey: Eight in 10 Business Travelers Say They Engage in Riskier Behaviors on the Road Than at Home (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)

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GBTA Sustainability Summit 2025 – A Must-Attend Event!

The GBTA Sustainability Summit 2025 is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited! On June 10, business travel leaders, sustainability experts, and innovators will gather in Washington D.C. to explore how the industry can advance sustainable travel solutions.

This year, we’re thrilled to welcome Shashank Nigam, Founder & CEO of SimpliFlying, who will share his insights on the future of aviation tech in his session, "Beyond the Buzz: What’s Actually Achievable with New Aviation Tech?" You won’t want to miss his breakdown of the latest aviation innovations and how Net Zero solutions will impact the future of air travel.

But that’s not all—attendees will also enjoy a book signing of Shashank’s book, Sustainability in the Air, with some free copies available for those attending the summit!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Register now to secure your spot and be part of the conversation shaping the future of business travel.

 
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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Asia - Pro-Palestinian protests planned in several countries and territories through late May. Tight security likely; violence possible.

Canada - Severe weather possible over parts of southwestern Canada, through afternoon May 16. Transport, business, and utility disruptions possible.

Italy - WWII-era bomb disposal temporarily disrupts flights at Venice Marco Polo Airport in Venice, Italy, May 15. Reconfirm bookings.

Western, Central, and Southern Europe - Al-Nakba rallies and protests denouncing Israel-Hamas and Israel-Hizballah conflicts are likely regionwide through late May.

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