From London to Cancun - TUI participates in the Aviation Challenge
Key measures include:
- Centre of Gravity Optimisation – Refining aircraft loading procedures to improve the centre of gravity, with the objective of reducing aerodynamic drag and improving fuel efficiency.
- Optimised Flight Profiles – Using advanced data analysis and aircraft performance modelling, TUI has implemented adjustments to climb, cruise and descent phases intended to improve fuel efficiency.
- A Redesigned Dining Experience – Featuring revised packaging solutions designed to reduce packaging waste, trials of community-made products, and improved cabin waste-management procedures intended to reduce waste generated during flights.
- Testing Electric and HVO-Powered Ground Equipment
- Testing the use of electric and Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO)-powered ground service equipment by ASC and Menzies Aviation to assess the potential for reducing emissions associated with ground-handling activities
- Plastic Waste – Notifying passengers about available water refill stations to encourage the use of reusable bottles.
- Electric Vehicle Delivery Trial– Partnering with DHL to trial electric vehicle deliveries at London Gatwick Airport
- These trials form part of TUI’s broader programme of measures and testing activities across both air and ground operations.
“We are thrilled to participate in The Aviation Challenge alongside London Gatwick, ASC, DHL, Dnata, Menzies Aviation and ASUR, gaining hands-on experience with a range of operational measures on this showcase flight.”, said Chris Grube, Managing Director Flight Operations at TUI Airline.
"We’re proud to support TUI’s showcase flight from London Gatwick as part of The Aviation Challenge. Addressing the environmental impacts associated with aviation relies on strong partnerships and shared innovation. It’s encouraging to see TUI trial new fuel-saving measures", said Cedric Laurier, Chief Technical Officer, London Gatwick.
The flight offers content opportunities, from behind-the-scenes footage to interviews with operational teams, showcasing the human and technological effort behind the trial. We will have a photographer/videographer supporting the challenge so can look at bespoke content if needed. To request an interview, contact Lorraine Bryant, Lorraine.Bryant@tui.co.uk.
About TUI Group
The TUI Group is a leading global tourism group. It offers its more than 34.7 million customers integrated services from a single source and covers the entire tourism value chain under one roof. The Group owns more than 460 hotels and resorts with premium brands such as RIU, TUI Blue, and Robinson, as well as 19 cruise ships, ranging from the luxury class MS Europa and MS Europa 2 and the HANSEATIC class expedition ships to the Mein Schiff fleet of TUI Cruises and cruise ships at Marella Cruises in the UK. The group also includes leading European tour operator brands and online marketing platforms, for example for hotel-only or flight-only offers, five airlines with 125 modern medium- and long-haul aircraft, and around 1,200 travel agencies. In addition to expanding its core business with hotels and cruises through successful joint ventures and activities in holiday destinations, TUI is increasingly focusing on the expansion of digital platforms and transforming itself into a global tourism platform company. The group is headquartered in Germany. TUI shares are listed on the Prime Standard segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and are included in the MDAX. They are also traded on the regulated market of the Hanover Stock Exchange.
Global responsibility for sustainable economic, environmental, and social action is at the heart of our corporate culture. The TUI Care Foundation, initiated by TUI, focuses on the positive effects of tourism, education and training, and the strengthening of environmental and social standards with projects in 30 countries. In this way, it supports the development of holiday destinations. The globally active TUI Care Foundation initiates projects that create new opportunities for the next generation.
