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2024
March
27,
2024
| 09:01 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 27 March 2024: Emirates has commenced the activation of its fuel agreement with Neste this month at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Over 2 million gallons of blended SAF will be supplied into the fuelling system at Schiphol Airport over the
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February
19,
2024
| 09:31 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 19 February 2024 — Emirates Flight Catering, one of the world’s largest catering operations, has fully acquired Emirates Bustanica, formerly called Emirates Crop One, and its consumer brand Bustanica, the world's largest indoor
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January
30,
2024
| 07:59 AM Europe/Amsterdam
London, UK, 29 January 2024 – Emirates has become the first international airline to join The Solent Cluster, a UK initiative focused on low carbon investments established to reduce CO2 emissions from industry, transport and households in the South
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2023
November
22,
2023
| 10:37 AM Europe/Amsterdam
First time drop-in SAF is used on an A380 with full compatibility across the aircraft’s existing systemCross industry collaboration brings in expertise from Airbus, Engine Alliance, Pratt & Whitney, ENOC, Neste and VirentLandmark flight was
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November
20,
2023
| 15:09 PM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 20 November 2023 – In the UAE Year of Sustainability, and at the 3rd ICAO Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels (CAAF/3) was held in Dubai, eight founding entities announced the launch of the “Air-CRAFT” initiative - a UAE based
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November
09,
2023
| 12:03 PM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 9 Nov 2023: Capturing both the spirit of innovation embedded in Emirates’ culture, and an ongoing environmental commitment to consuming responsibly, Emirates is launching a unique capsule collection of luggage, bags and accessories – all
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November
06,
2023
| 10:54 AM Europe/Amsterdam
DUBAI, UAE 6 November 2023 – The first Emirates flights operating with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) provided by Shell Aviation have taken off from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Emirates’ flight EK 412 bound for Sydney on 24 October was
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October
18,
2023
| 10:00 AM Europe/Amsterdam
DUBAI, UAE, 18 October 2023: Emirates and Neste have expanded their partnership by solidifying their collaboration for the supply of over 3 million gallons of blended Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel in 2024 and 2025. The sustainable aviation fuel
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October
11,
2023
| 09:46 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 11 Oct 2023: Emirates Premium Economy and Economy Class customers on long haul flights globally will be treated to new complimentary amenity kits, now onboard. The amenity kits have been designed in partnership with United for Wildlife,
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October
04,
2023
| 09:10 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 4 October 2023 – Visitors to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) can now enjoy an immersive introduction to the UAE’s indigenous flora and fauna, learn about the Reserve, its work to conserve this beautiful but fragile
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October
02,
2023
| 07:01 AM Europe/Amsterdam
-  Over 300,000 gallons of blended SAF to be supplied by Shell Aviation to Emirates for use at its Dubai (DXB) hub-  Agreement includes Emirates using Avelia platform for tracking SAF delivery and its environmental
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August
30,
2023
| 08:44 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 30th August, 2023 – Emirates has reinforced its commitment to environmentally responsible practices by achieving IATA Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) Stage One and the IEnvA Illegal Wildlife Trade module certifications.The IEnvA system
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July
18,
2023
| 11:47 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 18 July 2023: Emirates is taking the first steps in an innovative initiative of meal preordering, whereby customers will be able to preselect their hot main meal between 14 days and 24 hours in advance of their flight, ensuring they get
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May
12,
2023
| 08:03 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 12 May 2023: Taking a step forward in its drive to offer customers the convenience and assurance of digitally enabled travel journeys, Emirates will require most passengers departing Dubai to use a mobile boarding pass instead of a
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May
11,
2023
| 07:00 AM Europe/Amsterdam
 - Biggest single commitment by an airline towards R&D for the future of     aviation. - US$ 200 million investment over 3 years to focus on projects in advanced fuel     and energy technologies that can
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April
26,
2023
| 09:15 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 26 April 2023 – Advancing its sustainability efforts, Emirates and dnata have joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), a voluntary global initiative that promotes responsible business practices and the advancement of the
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January
30,
2023
| 11:07 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Conducted in partnership with GE Aerospace, Boeing, Honeywell, Neste and VirentFirst demonstration flight in Middle East and North Africa to be powered by 100% SAF in one of two engines DUBAI, UAE, 30 January 2023: Emirates has operated its
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January
23,
2023
| 10:04 AM Europe/Amsterdam
 DUBAI, UAE, 23 January 2023: Emirates has successfully completed the ground engine testing for one of its GE90 engines on a Boeing 777-300ER using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The objective of the ground testing and analysis is to
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2022
October
24,
2022
| 13:00 PM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, UAE, 24 October 2022: Heralding the upcoming World Vegan Day on November 1, Emirates has delivered a resounding response to heightened demand for plant-based cuisine with a multimillion-dollar investment into new vegan choices onboard. A
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July
18,
2022
| 09:48 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Bustanica has unveiled its 330,000sqft environmentally controlled farm facility, with an investment of US$40 million.Bustanica will annually save in excess of 250 million litres of water and produce over 1 million kgs of produce that are free of
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June
03,
2022
| 08:32 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Introduces new amenity kits and toys developed from sustainable materialsCuts out over 1,000 tonnes of paper since switching to digital menus150 million single use plastic items saved from landfill each year DUBAI, UAE, 03 June 2022: Emirates
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March
10,
2022
| 07:25 AM Europe/Amsterdam
HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum launches solar carport at the Emirates Group owned facilitySolar panels spread over 10,550 square metres generate sufficient electricity for floodlights, indoor and street lighting, chillers, as well as water and
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March
03,
2022
| 11:29 AM Europe/Amsterdam
DUBAI, UAE 3 March 2022: For almost 20 years, Emirates has helped support a sustainable and balanced ecosystem at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) through an ongoing investment of over AED 28 million (USD $7.6million). The funding has
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2021
November
16,
2021
| 07:00 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Dubai, U.A.E., 16 November 2021: Emirates and GE Aviation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a programme that will see an Emirates Boeing 777-300ER, powered by GE90 engines, conduct a test flight using 100% Sustainable
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March
03,
2021
| 08:32 AM Europe/Amsterdam
Success stories at Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and Emirates Wolgan Valley showcase results of decades-long investmentEmirates SkyCargo champions zero tolerance policy on illegal wildlife tradeDubai, UAE, 3 March 2021: On the occasion of
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