Last year Denmark hosted the first ever sustainable European Union Presidency, achieving the first ISO20121 certification in the meetings sector.
KUALA LUMPUR – The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre’s (the Centre) annual Association Seminar this year brought together local association executives,
21st European Biomass Conference & Exhibition sets the course for a biobased economy at Northern Europe’s largest Congress and Conference Center, the Bella Center in Copenhagen. Conference: 03-07 June 2013 – Exhibition: 03-06 June 2013 Held in different cities annually, the European Biomass Conference and Exhibition (European BC&E) successfully combines a highly renowned international Scientific Conference with [...]
Adventure & Responsible Tourism Hall celebrates tenth anniversary with a variety of events featuring socially responsible tourism – Climate-neutral ITB Berlin catalogues support a geothermal project in Indonesia, partner country of ITB Berlin
Forward-looking events on Adventure & Responsible Tourism in Halls 4.1 to 8. Adventure Tours celebrates its tenth anniversary at ITB Berlin with a pow-wow for trade visitors under the slogan of ”Earth‘s Wetlands & Geoparks – Celebrating Earth Heritage, Sustaining Local Communities“.
A landmark resolution recognizing ecotourism as key in the fight against poverty, the protection of the environment and the promotion of sustainable development has been adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (21 December 2012).
Bosch, Buderus, Balantia, Aqualogy, Prosolia, CIAT Group, Grundfos, Euroconsult Group, Schneider Electric and Gas Natural Fenosa will present
STAND No. NA383 Delegates attending World Travel Market will be given the opportunity to contribute to a unique, interactive art installation celebrating sustainable tourism practices. Following its ‘Message in 1,100 Bottles’ sculpture at last year’s show – a plastic bottle homage to Rodin’s The Thinker, urging the industry to think about waste reduction policies – [...]
Sport forms one of the key themes for the Cyprus Tourism Organisation at WTM 2012; since hosting Team GB for the Athens Games in 2004 Cyprus has remained a regular training ground for British sportsmen and women due to its year-round temperate climate and excellent facilities, which are suitable both for professionals and, those who simply [...]
The Kanas Lake Nature Reserve in the extreme north-west of China and the city of Chengdu, one of China’s most populous cities, are the locations of two new UNWTO Sustainable Tourism Observatories designed to monitor the environmental, social and economic impacts of tourism. The Chengdu and Kanas Observatories join UNWTO’s network of tourism observatories which [...]
Using sustainability as a design principal creates better and more innovative meetings! This is the conclusion among executives from Oracle, Symantec, MCI and GMIC – among others – presented in a brand new video. “The future is changing, we are progressively seeing more organisations gaining competitive advantage by using sustainability as a lens through which [...]
This year’s International TUI Sustainability Award has been granted to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), fostering a common understanding of sustainability in the tourism sector. With the award TUI AG promotes in particular the efforts undertaken by the GSTC to establish a common basis for the many different sustainability labels in tourism. The prize, [...]
The demand for sustainable meetings and events is on a rise and this September the first ever European Sustainable Event Conference share best practice, knowhow and international key notes in Copenhagen. The European Sustainable Events Conference, taking place in Bella Center in Copenhagen September 6-7, will feature the latest knowledge on global trends and strategic innovation in sustainable [...]
Despite increased and stringent requirements for achieving a Danish Green Key certification, a record breaking 64% of all hotel rooms in Copenhagen are now eco-certified. And the green hotel boom continues. Copenhagen is a recognised pioneer when it comes to sustainable meetings, a status which is underlined by the fact that 64% of the city’s [...]
Copenhagen has been named European Green Capital 2014 a title bestowed upon a city with well-established record of achieving high environmental standards, is comitted to meeting ambitous goals, and acts as a role model to other cities. And according to a new report from the Global Business Travel Association, green credentials are a major attribute. [...]
In line with its principles of consistently reducing environmental impact, organizers of IMEX America, the IMEX Group, have announced key results from the inaugural Las Vegas show’s first sustainability program. The report was conducted by IMEX America’s sustainability consultants, MeetGreen®. During the debut of IMEX America in October 2011 in Las Vegas, the IMEX Group [...]
-The Conference Centre has been a key factor in the city’s leading position -An economic impact of over €750 million for the city since it was opened -€1.3 million in savings and income from the implementation of the Centre’s environmental policy Fourteen years ago, Norman Foster’s design for the Valencia Conference Centre became a reality. [...]
The first International Congress on Sustainable Tourism will be held in Puerto Varas (Chile) on 16-17 August 2012. This is born from the requirement to make world tendencies in tourism development known and the importance of favouring sustainable bases. This promotes work with natural, cultural and historical resources in each destination and that [...]
15 Mar 2012 Convention Bureaus, Destination Marketing Organizations, Venues and Agencies from the five Scandinavian member countries of ICCA (the International Congress and Convention Association) today signed an Accord to create the world´s first sustainable meetings region. The Accord is the first of its kind in the world. It is a document outlining 10 specific [...]
The travel and tourism industry could do more for responsible and sustainable tourism, reveals a survey that took place at World Travel Market 2011 – the leading global event for the travel industry – by exhibitor SustainIt. As the travel and tourism industry continues to grow there is an increased emphasis on responsible travel. During [...]
Central America will attend FITUR 2012 in order to inaugurate its Year of Sustainable Tourism, an initiative set up by the Heads of State and Government of the countries that make up the Region, namely Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama. This measure makes part of the Region’s Plan 2009-2013, whose [...]
A campaign to reduce overall waste output from the IMEX in Frankfurt trade show, whether recyclable or not, has seen waste levels reduce significantly over the past three years. The total amount of waste generated went down from 167 tonnes in 2009 to 121 tonnes in 2011, a reduction of 28%. As part of its [...]
Toronto, Ontario, November 8, 2011 – The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) is proud to report the results of its greening efforts for the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Greenbuild International Conference & Expo (www.greenbuildexpo.org) recently held at the MTCC. Even for the world’s largest conference & expo dedicated to green buildings, the results were impressive, with a [...]
SAO PAULO, Oct. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA), Embraer (NYSE: ERJ) and the Sao Paulo State Research Foundation (FAPESP) announced plans to collaborate on long-term aviation biofuels-related research and development, a move that represents another major step toward the creation of a sustainable aviation biofuels industry in Brazil. Azul, GOL, TAM and Trip [...]
BEIJING, October 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ – Thanks to the successful teamwork by Air China, PetroChina, Boeing and Honeywell UOP, China’s first airplane demonstration test using sustainable aviation biofuel was launched in Beijing Capital International Airport on October 28, 2011, based on the energy cooperation between China and the US. During the perfect test flight launch [...]
With Messinia as a focal point and a common vision to bring together people from around the world in an effort to make our planet greener, Costa Navarino, the new prime sustainable destination in the Mediterranean and AEGEAN AIRLINES, a Star Alliance member and Greece’s largest airline, have joined forces to launch Costa Navarino Forest. [...]
Denmark is renowned for its leading work in sustainable events and meetings. By aiming to certify the sustainability of Denmark’s EU Presidency in 2012, the country hopes to demonstrate that it is possible to have growth and be sustainable at the same time, without incurring extra costs. Denmark will host the Presidency of the Council [...]
Frankfurt /Main / Las Vegas, October 12, 2011 — Germany has the largest market worldwide in virtually all fields of environmental technology and is one of the most important locations for the industry. For example, the country is number one in the field of renewable energies: Germany is the world export leader for recycling and [...]
With its new core value ‘Amsterdam RAI aims for sustainable results’, the RAI has unambiguously integrated its sustainability policy within the company’s organisation. This is one of the clear outcomes of the RAI’s sustainability report, which was published on 10 October 2011. The report gives a clear perspective on the further integration of corporate social [...]
The Minister-President of the French-speaking Brussels Government (Cocof), responsible for Tourism, Christos Doulkeridis and the CEO of VisitBrussels, Patrick Bontinck present the initiatives that have been introduced to make Brussels a sustainable destination. Following in the footsteps of many other cities that have already drawn up a strategic sustainable development plan, the Minister-President of the [...]
First delivery of supplies to the RAI via Amsterdam canals Amsterdam RAI received goods by boat for the first time today. The electric-powered vessel of Mokum Mariteam arrived fully laden and also left with a full cargo. Amsterdam RAI is an early adopter of this sustainable initiative to find alternatives to road transport, reducing transport [...]
Nearly 25 electric vehicle charging stations available at Marriott hotels. Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) announced that nearly 25 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are available and ready for use at several of its hotels. Guests at these hotels can now charge their EVs using the “Level 2” charging stations: • Courtyard Oxnard Ventura – Oxnard, CA (2 [...]
Kuoni Destination Management has set up programmes for the incentive market with a focus on sustainability. The activities cause minimal burden to the environment, in line with the company’s focus on Corporate Responsibility. Tampere, Finland, and Copenhagen, Denmark are the two chosen destinations for the new green programmes in Scandinavia. The city Tampere is located [...]
In March, Malmö was declared Earth Hour Capital 2011 by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Malmö won the award for its ambitious strategic plan for sustainable urban development. The achievement is one of several which show that Malmö is well on its way to becoming one of the world’s leading climate cities. Malmö aims to [...]
Like the ultra-efficient airplane soon to be built there, the 1.1 million square-foot (102,193 square meters) final assembly building is about to set a new standard for environmental performance. Boeing announced a partnership with South Carolina Electric & Gas that will enable Boeing South Carolina to operate as a 100 percent renewable energy site. “Our [...]
LONDON, April 2011 – Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) UK & Ireland retained its ICARUS Sustainability award for the fourth consecutive year, as announced by the Institute of Travel & Meetings (ITM) UK & Ireland at its annual conference. CWT and British Airways were recognised for “leading the way for their peer organisations,” according to Jamie [...]
Holidaymakers generally favour the idea of sustainable travel, but are not willing to pay significantly more for a “sustainable” holiday. This finding was confirmed in a study conducted by the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts in preparation for the World Tourism Forum Lucerne 2011. The study is based on the responses of nearly 5,000 Swiss customers of the [...]
LUTON, England, April 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — TUI (Thomson and First Choice) the UK’s leading tour operator, has announced 20 sustainable travel commitments for 2011. Launched at The Economist’s Sustainable Business Summit, the ambitious three year commitments reinforce the company’s position at the forefront of sustainable tourism – it is the only travel company to [...]
First European convention centre to serve Lavazza Tierra Intenso coffee beans Tierra Intenso by Lavazza is now the standard coffee in Amsterdam RAI, making the RAI the first convention centre in Europe to serve this 100% sustainable coffee to its guests. The switch underlines Amsterdam RAI’s ambition to be the most eco-friendly exhibition and convention [...]
ATLANTA – The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) has published its seventh systemwide Sustainability Review, entitled Our Commitment to Making a Positive Difference in the World. The Review, which releases 25 sustainability goals across seven focus areas for the Company and its bottling partners and also reports the Company’s sustainability strategy and progress, is available online at:www.sustainability.theCoca-Colacompany.com The [...]
ICCA announces destination for 2016 Congress
Frankfurt, 20 May 2013 After presentations from the two shortlisted destinations, Kuching in Sarawak, Malaysia, and the Czech Republic capital Prague, ICCA President Arnaldo Nardone on behalf of the ICCA Board of Directors today announced at the mid-year ICCA meeting held alongside IMEX,
Smartphone and Tablets Prompt Mobile Rethink, WTM Round Table Concludes
The move away from desktops towards smartphones and tablets is changing how the travel industry uses technology to connect with today’s multi-device consumer, concluded board-level travel industry participants at the recent World Travel Market Round Table into the Future of Mobile.
ICCA 2012 statistics: international association sector shows significant growth
With the release of the 2012 Top 20 Rankings for cities and countries, ICCA is reporting another year of continued strength in the international association meetings market.
Record £5.3b spent by APMEA countries in 2012 representing 28% of UK’s inbound tourism revenue
VisitBritain kicked-off its flagship international travel trade event, Destination Britain 2013, in Bangkok. Celebrating its 10th year, the tourism gathering will open with a record 35% of new suppliers, showcasing their strongest UK travel and tourism offerings.
World’s Second Largest LGBT Tourism Market Comes Out at WTM Latin America
Brazil’s USD$23 Billion Gay Travel Market – World’s Second Largest LGBT Tourism Market Comes Out at WTM Latin America
Bosch TownHall Meeting 2013 with VOK DAMS China
The experts for events and live marketing from VOK DAMS China have realized the TownHall Meeting 2013 for their client Bosch in Wuxi.
Seth Mattison to keynote on day two of AIBTM 2013 in Chicago
Educating Attendees on How to “Rock the Workplace”
Keynote Speakers Deliver Context for AIPC 2013 in Cape Town
The lineup of exemplary speakers on hand for the 2013 AIPC Annual Conference in Cape Town, South Africa this coming July 1-3 will provide delegates with a comprehensive insight into how the country is emerging as a major factor in both the global economy and the meetings industry.
