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Phuket tourism ramps up sustainability drive
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/11/2025
» The pandemic served as a catalyst for tourism operators to re-evaluate their sustainability strategies and implement new initiatives aimed at preserving natural resources and attractions, many of which showed signs of recovery due to periods of reduced tourist activity.
Vietjet becomes 1st low-cost Thai airline to use green fuel
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 07/11/2025
» Vietjet Thailand has become the first low-cost Thai carrier to operate flights with a 1% blend of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), while it awaits the delivery of more fuel-efficient Boeing 737-8 jets delayed due to the US government shutdown.
Trip.com says AI, adaptability key to industry's success
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/08/2025
» Embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and adapting quickly to consumer demand is key to thriving in the evolving travel industry, says online travel agent Trip.com.
Phuket hotels go green in hunt for gold
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/07/2025
» Thai tourism is embracing sustainability as a core selling point for travellers, as the industry seeks to ensure its survival in a marketplace where such practices have become the "new normal".
Community-based tourism on the rise
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/06/2025
» Local communities continue to be a critical stakeholder in the Thai tourism supply chain.
Airlines on edge
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 06/06/2025
» Despite improving financially this year, the aviation industry is still bracing for uncertainties from tariff policies, geopolitical conflicts and supply chain disruption, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Airbus sees region as biofuel for aircraft hub
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/05/2025
» Airbus is banking on Southeast Asia becoming the world's top producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), while the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) plans to mandate 1% SAF usage for European routes starting in the fourth quarter.
Tourism goes green
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/03/2025
» Tourism is not only a major driver of Thailand’s economy, but also an avenue to transform the country into a sustainable destination for locals and visitors.
Hotels insist on government action to address PM2.5
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 29/01/2025
» Hotel operators are urging the government to work with the entire supply chain to solve the smog issue before it severely hampers tourism, while hostels cry foul over the high cost burden of having clean air for guests.
Tourism sector banks on sustainable travel trend
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 09/01/2025
» Thailand's tourism sector needs to capture rising sustainable travel demand to make the kingdom a top destination by utilising more green practices and wellness programmes, while luring tourists to newer local destinations, according to the tourism soft power subcommittee.