Virgin Australia supports new aviation biofuel

Virgin Australia has lent its support to the attempt to produce aviation fuel through the conversion of biomass.

Travellers on flights to Perth and other locations in the future could be on aircraft which are kinder to the environment if they travel with Virgin Australia.

The company has lent its support to a new process of converting biomass energy into aviation fuel, which could make taking flights less harmful to the environment.

Virgin Australia has submitted a Memorandum of Understanding to biofuel company Licella to demonstrate its support.

Group executive of operations for the airline Sean Donohue said: "By pioneering the use of water technology, Licella's CAT-HTR offers a clean, fast and cost-effective method of processing biomass."

He added the company was attracted to the firm as their work supports the creation of Australian jobs, as well as helping the environment.

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Travel essentials revealed for holidaymakers

The essential things which people need to take into account before heading on holiday have been revealed.

The essential things which people look for before booking flights to South Africa or other locations have been found in a survey.

A poll of travellers carried out by Abta - the travel association has shown that people will see having safe and secure accommodation as their main priority, with 86 per cent stating this option.

Having a financial protection scheme in place was listed as the second most important aspect for a trip with 79 per cent of votes, perhaps suggesting that many will look for travel insurance before heading away.

Finding a low price was ranked tenth, with 53 per cent of votes.

Mark Tanzer, Abta chief executive, said: "Even in a year when customers are tightening their belts the lowest cost is not their number one consideration."

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