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Emirates Group highlights collaborative sustainability initiatives at 'Tomorrow Takes Flight

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Emirates Group highlights collaborative sustainability initiatives at 'Tomorrow Takes Flight
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Ali Mubarak Al Soori Chief Procurement & Facilities Officer | Emirates Airlines

The Emirates Group recently held an exhibition titled "Tomorrow Takes Flight," showcasing its sustainability initiatives in aviation. The event highlighted projects from both Emirates and dnata, with contributions from various departments such as engineering, catering, cargo, and airport operations.

Adel Al Redha, Emirates’ Deputy President & Chief Operations Officer, emphasized the importance of environmental responsibility in achieving the airline's objectives. He stated: “Today's event celebrates our sustainability journey while educating and inspiring our people through the showcased initiatives and meaningful discussions on sustainable practices. Environmental responsibility is essential to achieving our objectives as an airline and as an industry, and it supports the UAE's Net Zero 2050 Strategy."

Steve Allen, dnata’s CEO, also spoke about their commitment to sustainability: “Sustainability is a fundamental part of how we operate as a global business. It shapes the decisions we make, the investments we prioritise, and the standards we set for ourselves and our partners."

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The exhibition featured several initiatives including transforming retired aircraft parts into aesthetic items under 'Aircrafted by Emirates,' onboard products using recycled materials presented by Service Delivery teams, plastic cleanup efforts at Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, and interactive displays by Emirates Flight Catering.

Dnata highlighted its global sustainability efforts with plant-based packaging in catering services and comprehensive recycling programs in cargo operations. Other projects included deploying a river interceptor in Sri Lanka to prevent ocean pollution.

Industry partners like Ecyclex demonstrated waste recycling processes while Falcon Aircraft Recycling showcased products made from recycled aircraft parts. Dubai Airports shared their approach to reducing airport-specific waste through innovation.

Employees engaged in interactive activities during the event to win prizes and were encouraged to contribute to a 'Bottle Wall' challenge aimed at upcycling bottles into plant pots.

To learn more about Emirates' environmental efforts focusing on emissions reduction, responsible consumption, and wildlife preservation visit Connecting Tomorrow.

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