Sustainability Transport

Silent Yachts sets sail on ambitious production schedule

News Desk 07/07/2024

Set to deliver 18 new yachts in 18 months In the serene coastal town of Fano, Italy, the shipyard of Silent Yachts hums with purpose. Amidst the backdrop of blue seas and clear skies, a revolution in yachting is underway. Silent Yachts, renowned for its pioneering solar-powered catamarans, is

Sustainability

The plastic waste pollution crisis is worsening globally

Arnold Pinto 05/07/2024

Urgent action needed by nations The global production of plastic waste has surged at an alarming rate in just two decades, nearly doubling from 180 million tonnes to almost 400 million tonnes annually, as revealed by the OECD’s Global Plastics Outlook report as the world commemorates a Plastic Free July 2024. The ominous projection that […]

Automotive Sustainability

4 Japanese Firms Target Carbon-Neutral Fuels For Automobiles

Arnold Pinto 03/06/2024

Toyota Is Part Of Consortium In a landmark initiative to drive the transition to carbon-neutral transportation, Idemitsu Kosan, ENEOS Corporation, Toyota Motor Corporation, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries have announced the commencement of a comprehensive study. The study is intended to pave the way for the widespread introduction and adoption of carbon-neutral fuels,

Sustainability UAE

Dubai Bans Single-Use Bags From June 1, 2024

Arnold Pinto 28/05/2024

With Certain Exemptions Made Commencing on June 1, 2024, all businesses in Dubai emirate will be prohibited from selling single-use bags that are 57 micrometres thick or less. This measure, though challenging, is a significant stride towards preserving the environment and reducing plastic waste while enhancing businesses’ reputations as environmentally responsible

Automotive Sport Sustainability

Formula E Breaks Ground With SAF In Shanghai Race

Arnold Pinto 27/05/2024

In Collaboration With DHL In a historic move towards sustainability, Formula E, in collaboration with DHL, its official founding and logistics partner, has ushered in a new era by leveraging Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to transport teams’ and championship freight from Berlin to the 2024 Shanghai E-Prix. The Shanghai E-Prix is a race in the […]

Events Sustainability

Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit 2024 Begins In Abu Dhabi

News Desk 21/05/2024

Event Comprises An Exhibition And A Conference The Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS 2024) opened in Abu Dhabi on May 20, 2024, under the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure auspices. The Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre event signifies a significant stride in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s push towards sustainable transportation.

Aviation Sustainability

Emirates Begins SAF Operations At London Heathrow

Arnold Pinto 16/05/2024

Carrier To Accept 3,000 Tons Of SAF Emirates has taken a significant step towards a greener future by initiating operations with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at London Heathrow Airport. Facilitated through the London Heathrow SAF Incentive Programme and in collaboration with Shell Aviation, Emirates will receive over 3,000 metric tonnes of neat SAF blended with […]

Sustainability UAE

Dubai Unveils 72km Long Mangroves Project

Arnold Pinto 15/05/2024

Emirate Targets Sustainable Urban Growth Dubai has unveiled an ambitious initiative called the Dubai Mangroves project to redefine coastal regeneration and fortify its commitment to sustainable urban growth. The groundbreaking endeavour, aligning with the objectives outlined in the Dubai 2040 Master Plan, seeks to integrate ecological preservation with urban development on

Sustainability Transport

Amazon’s Largest Fleet Of Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks Unveiled

Arnold Pinto 10/05/2024

50 Such Vehicles Operate In California Amazon has embarked on a monumental journey towards sustainable transportation, unveiling its most extensive fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks in Southern California, comprising a staggering 50 vehicles. This initiative underscores Amazon’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions across its logistics operations in the

Sustainability UAE

Dubai Reef Project Launched To Boost Marine Ecosystem

Arnold Pinto 04/05/2024

Initiative Involves 20,000 Reef Modules To bolster Dubai’s marine biodiversity and ecological sustainability, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has inaugurated the Dubai Reef project. Dubai Reef, spearheaded by Dubai Can, is currently the world’s most significant marine reef

Sustainability Transport

Google Unveils Sustainable Transport Solutions In Maps And Search

Arnold Pinto 23/04/2024

Provides Alternatives To Driving And Flying Google has rolled out significant updates to features in Maps and Search have been rolled out. These updates are designed to encourage sustainable modes of transportation and make it easier for users to explore alternatives to driving and flying, showing Google’s commitment to users’ travel needs and the environment. […]

Sustainability

5th Anniversary Of The Great Global Cleanup Is On April 22

Arnold Pinto 21/04/2024

Earth Day 2024 Theme Is ‘Planet Vs Plastics’ EARTHDAY.ORG, the leading global organisation dedicated to environmental protection, is celebrating a significant milestone—the fifth anniversary of The Great Global Cleanup on April 22, 2024, coinciding with Earth Day 2024. This celebration is a testament to the organisation’s long-standing commitment to environmental

Automotive Sustainability

BMW Group To Electrify Araquari Plant In Brazil

Arnold Pinto 19/04/2024

Facility To Produce First Premium Plug-In Hybrid In South America The BMW Group announced the electrification of its Araquari plant in a strategic move to align with Brazil’s growing demand for electrified vehicles. To cater to the surging interest in electric mobility, the renowned automaker will commence local production of the BMW X5, a significant […]

Arts & Culture Automotive Design Sustainability

Lexus Unveils ‘Time’ At 2024 Milan Design Week

Arnold Pinto 19/04/2024

Immersive Exhibition Explores Future Mobility Lexus has taken centre stage at the prestigious Milan Design Week with its captivating and unique exhibition, ‘Time,’ located at Art Point and Art Garden within the Superstudio Più in the Tortona design district. This immersive art experience, open until April 21, 2024, promises to excite visitors with its visionary

Aviation Sustainability

IATA Report To Help Airlines Deal With Single-Use Plastic Products

Arnold Pinto 18/04/2024

New Study Offers Mitigation Strategies The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the ‘Reassessing Single-Use Plastics Products in the Airline Sector’ report, which aims to aid airlines, regulators, and the airline supply chain in mitigating the environmental impacts of single-use plastic products (SUPP). Released at a crucial juncture, the

Sport Sustainability

Aggreko To Power Formula E Events With Renewable Energy Assets

Arnold Pinto 09/04/2024

Both Entities Enter Multi-Year Partnership Formula E has forged a multi-year partnership with Aggreko, a leading global energy solutions provider, to integrate cutting-edge sustainable technology into its events worldwide. The collaboration underscores Formula E’s commitment to achieving its ambitious emissions reduction targets and solidifies its position as the

Sustainability UAE

Etihad Rail And Beeah Group Sign Waste Management Pact

PR News Desk 06/04/2024

Sustainability Is A Key Focus For Both Entities Etihad Rail, the UAE National Rail Network developer and operator, has signed an agreement with Beeah Tandeef, a subsidiary of the Beeah Group, a UAE-based sustainability solutions provider. This landmark agreement begins a partnership between Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Rail and Beeah Group. Waste management services will extend

Aviation Sustainability

World’s first solar-powered ATC radar station goes live in Chile

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2024

The unique asset is in the Atacama Desert In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable air traffic management, Chile’s General Directorate of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) and Thales, a global technology leader, have unveiled the world’s first Air Traffic Control (ATC) radar system powered entirely by solar energy. Nestled in the remote reaches of the Atacama

Events Sustainability

Abu Dhabi primed for Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit 2024

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2024

The 3-day event is being held at ADNEC The leading global electric vehicle (EV) industry players will gather in Abu Dhabi when the UAE capital hosts the third edition of the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) from May 20 to 22, 2024, Set to be the premier trade event in the Middle East and Africa […]

Aviation Sustainability

Bertrand Piccard unveils Climate Impulse initiative

Arnold Pinto 17/03/2024

Hydrogen-powered aircraft set for 2028 flight Swiss explorer Bertrand Piccard, renowned for his daring circumnavigations, has revealed his latest venture: Climate Impulse, a pioneering effort in emission-free aviation. This groundbreaking project involves the development of a green hydrogen-powered aircraft capable of completing a non-stop flight around the globe. With