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2026 Orbit Emissions Factors Update – Travel

Each year, the Ministry for the Environment (MfE) updates New Zealand’s Measuring Emissions Guide to ensure organisations calculate and report greenhouse gas emissions using the latest available data, scientific evidence, and industry methodologies. For 2026, we have adopted the latest MfE travel emission factors for both accommodation and air travel. These updates help ensure our […]

Why Corporate Customers Should Care About Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)

Aviation and Emissions Air Travel is responsible for around 2-3% of global carbon emissions. For businesses where travel is a critical part of what they do, aviation can be the biggest part of their footprint. Unlike other sectors, aviation has limited alternatives to flying, making solutions like Sustainable Aviation Fuel essential. What is SAF? SAF […]

The Shift We’re Seeing: Why Leading Companies Are Rethinking How Event Teams Are Supported

Across New Zealand, internal event teams are performing at a high level. They’re experienced, capable, and deeply connected to their companies. From executive meetings to large-scale conferences and incentive programmes, they’re delivering. But from where we sit at Orbit Groups & Events, something is shifting. More is being asked – with less time to deliver […]

How to Actively Manage Fuel-Driven Cost Increases

In the current environment, rising fuel costs are continuing to flow through into travel pricing globally. While these factors sit largely outside of direct control, there are a number of practical steps organisations can take to better manage their exposure. In our experience, the most effective levers come down to governance, visibility, and traveller behaviour. […]

In Conversation with Anna Marshall, Sustainability Advisor at Orbit World Travel

In an era where sustainability is more critical than ever, businesses are seeking effective strategies to reduce their environmental impact. At Orbit World Travel, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a core commitment. In this insightful interview with Anna Marshall, Sustainability Advisor at Orbit World Travel, we delve into the innovative approaches we are […]

10 Essential Steps to Planning a Successful Group Trip

Organising a group trip is an exciting opportunity for any business to bring people together, whether it’s colleagues on a corporate retreat, delegates attending a conference, or students embarking on an educational tour. But it can also be a complex puzzle of logistics, budgets, and priorities. At Orbit Groups & Events, we’ve supported thousands of […]

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