KARACHI: K-Electric’s flagship 560MW, Bin Qasim Power Station-II (BQPS-II) is the first-ever Pakistani power plant to be declared a WWF-Green Office for its environmental management system which prioritises energy efficiency, focuses on waste reduction across the entire value chain and ensures an environment-friendly workplace. The power utility is recognized as one of the industry leaders in energy management best practices and this certification is yet another testament to KE’s longstanding commitment to sustainability through resource and energy conservation. The BQPS-II power plant also holds the unique distinction of being Pakistan’s first and only ISO 50001 certified power plant for its…
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WRITTEN BY CH. FAISAL MAHMOOD We expressed our hopes in the electorate that 7/25 would put in place a Legislature and an Executive which would recognize Tourism for its economic social and diplomatic values and correct the wrongs done by the absence of a federal tourism administration. As we go to the Press, it is confirmed that Mr. Khan is going to be our new Prime Minister. As our hopes unfold into expectations, we welcome his being given mandate by the nation to hold the nation’s helm. We know him for the practical support that he has always given to…
Cruise Critic has announced the winners of its third annual Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards, naming the world’s most popular cruise destinations, based entirely on consumer ratings submitted with reviews on Cruise Critic. The awards name the top cruise destinations across 18 regions worldwide. New in 2018, the awards also highlight the best lines to visit each region. [huge_it_slider id=”268″] The Eastern Mediterranean port of Kotor, in Montenegro, came out as the number one destination hotspot for UK cruisers. The Baltic Sea port of Talinn, capital city of Estonia, secured second place in popularity, and the Aegean island of Santorini proved…
BANGKOK: The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and two Thai tourism operators among the 27 organisations and individuals to receive the prestigious 2018 PATA Grand and Gold Awards. TAT will receive a Grand Award for Education and Training for its ‘King’s Wisdom for Sustainable Tourism’ project, collaboration between TAT and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Thailand, according PATA’s announcement “The project uses the principles of His Majesty the Late King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s “sufficiency economy philosophy” in its work towards four primary objectives: to be able to continue working on the King’s…
ISLAMABAD: Two Pakistani climbers, Muhammad Ali Sadpara and Intesh, were among a group of mountaineers who scaled the peak of Mount K2, the world’s second highest mountain range on Saturday, 21 July. The expedition operators confirmed that 24 climbers from Seven Summit Treks, five from Summit Climb and two Sherpa climbers from Madison Mountaineering, climbed the mountain and reached the peak. Thirty-one is the second highest number of climbers to have reached K2 peak. Army rescues two foreign mountaineers in daring mission after deadly avalanche “Two months of hard work has finally paid off,” team leader Sherpa said, adding that…
NATHIA GALI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan during his election campaign, on more than one occasion talked about tourism industry of Pakistan and promised that if voted to power, promotion of tourism to strengthen the economy of the country will be among the top priorities of his party. As he is going to be our next Prime minister, the all stakeholders of travel and tourism industry are very optimistic that he will introduce tourism friendly policies besides relaxing our visa policy within 90 working days of his government. Being a neglected industry for years, tourism needs early respite. Earlier…
LONDON: New airport scanners at London’s Heathrow Airport could mean great things for travelers, especially the ones who are perpetually late. These 3D imagery scanners allow security agents to see objects inside people’s baggage from all angles, so taking out all your toiletries, electronics and food may become a thing of the past. “We continue to look at new technologies that can both improve the passenger experience and strengthen our security,” a spokesperson for Heathrow told. The high-tech scanners with the ability to detect new threats are expected to save airline passengers time by cutting down on long lines at…
MUSCAT: Oman Air has increased its frequency of flights to Salalah to cater to the increase in demand from holidaymakers looking to experience the Khareef season which brings in its wake lovely weather conditions and natural beauty. From July 1 to September 15, the airline has increased uplift for its summer/autumn schedule, offering an additional 92,874 seats on the Muscat- Salalah route; an increase of 28 frequencies offering 4,222 extra seats per week in each direction. Oman Air is also offering 154 flights, providing 13,106 seats on its Salalah-Dubai route. Over the years Oman Air has facilitated demand to Salalah…
Daredevil Andrzej Bargiel has become the first person to ski down the world’s second-highest mountain, the Polish national said on Sunday, 22 July . Mr. Bargiel whizzed down from the summit of Pakistan’s 8,611-metre (28,251-feet) K2 to the mountain’s base camp after reaching the peak with around 30 others on Saturday, 21 July. “Andrzej Bargiel reached the base of the mountain. The first complete descent on ski from K2 is done!” he posted on his Facebook page. The feat was the 30-year-old’s second bid to enter the record books, after an attempt last year was scotched by bad weather. Three…
ISTANBUL: Turkish Airlines has been named the exclusive sponsor of CNN International’s new show – Quest’s World of Wonder. The airline is sponsoring the show as part of a TV and digital campaign to further raise awareness of the airline amongst business and leisure travellers, as a leading global player. Starting this week through a partnership with CNN International Commercial (CNNIC), the sponsorship of Quest’s World of Wonder sees Turkish Airlines’ billboards around every TV episode of the new immersive travel show. Each month the 30-minute show produced by CNN Vision follows the inimitable Richard Quest as he visits a…