Following the recent launch of its pioneering, integrated generative AI capabilities at ITB Berlin and partnering to launch the inaugural WiT Africa (Web-in-Travel), award-winning sustainability management startup, Weeva has been awarded its GSTC-Recognized Standard status from The Global Sustainable Tourism Council®, which means it is aligned to GSTC pathways for those hotels wanting to certify.
BeCause, a technology start-up transforming how the global hospitality, travel and tourism industries manage its sustainability data, has digitized the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance's (the Alliance) HCMI and HWMI methodologies.
Proprietary research by leading specialist travel, leisure and hospitality management consultancy, PACE Dimensions, has shown that changes in both consumer and corporate buying behaviour relating to a brand’s ESG position. The research can drive significant opportunity for business and concludes that those failing to act will fall behind or risk devaluing profits and investments.
BeCause, the Danish start-up transforming how the global hospitality, travel, and tourism industries manage their sustainability data, has secured a $600,000 (€556K) tail-end investment from Dutch investor Curiosity VC to close their seed round. This latest investment brings the company's total seed funding to $2.5 million (€2.32M), including the $1.9 million (€1.76M) seed raised in November from Denmark's Ugly Duckling Ventures, Estonia's Superangel.io and other investors.
BCD Travel recently surveyed more than 900 business travelers in North America and Europe who rented a car at least once last year. The survey looked at traveler behavior and satisfaction as well as trends in car rental for business travel. According to the survey, most business travelers rent a car to visit their company’s office, meet with clients or provide onsite service. The most important reasons for renting a car instead of using other means of transportation are convenience (64%), speed (36%), lack of alternatives (32%) and price (30%).
BeCause, the technology start-up transforming how the global hospitality, travel and tourism industries manage their sustainability data, announced today an expanded partnership with hubli, the leading online marketplace and booking platform for corporate meetings, events and group hotel lodging.
As a multinational organization, WebBeds recognises the importance of global corporate responsibility and is dedicated to reducing its environmental footprint by promoting environmentally responsible sustainable travel.
Green Key Global, the leading sustainability certification organization for the hotel and lodging industry in North America, is proud to announce its partnership with BWH Hotels as a preferred supplier of certification for hotel operations' environmental sustainability practices in the United States and Canada.
BeCause, the Danish start-up transforming how the global hospitality, travel and tourism industries manage their sustainability data, announced today that it has secured $1.9 million (€1.75M) in seed funding from investors. The round, co-led by Denmark's Ugly Duckling Ventures and Estonia's Superangel.io, includes a $708,000 (€650K) open tail-end and the $1.9 million for strategic investors to join on equal terms.
EcoVadis and several leading global hospitality organizations – Accor, Hilton, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International and Radisson Hotel Group, and two global hospitality group purchasing organizations, Avendra and Entegra – today announce the launch of The Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement (HARP). Driven by members’ commitment to improve sustainability performance, the Alliance will work to accelerate sustainable practices by fostering close collaboration with trading partners to build transparency and scale positive impact across their value chains.
BeCause, a startup enterprise software company that is transforming how companies in the hospitality, travel, and tourism industries manage their sustainability data, has announced a new partnership with easyJet holidays to help the tour operator more efficiently collect and communicate hotel sustainability data.
SpectrEco, a pioneer in sustainable innovation, is ushering in a new era in the hospitality, infrastructure, and real estate sectors. These sectors collectively account for one-third of global energy consumption and related CO2 emissions. Amidst increasing emphasis on sustainability, ESG, and climate action, stakeholders are pressing for measurable, embedded sustainability within business operations and across their value chains. To meet this demand, SpectrEco is delivering an all-encompassing solution: a blend of strategic advisory, implementation, and proprietary technology that enables businesses to meet their core objectives through a sustainability lens.
Nomadix® Inc., bringing connected experiences to life, today announced the company has received its ISO/IEC 27001 Security Certification, awarded by BSI, a leading conformity assessment body and the originator of the standard. Certification by this internationally recognized program demonstrates that Nomadix has the security practices in place to protect all corporate, partner and customer information.
BeCause, a startup enterprise software company transforming how the hospitality, travel, and tourism industries manage their sustainability data, has announced a new partnership with global online travel platform Booking.com. Through a dedicated API, the partnership will make it possible for Booking.com to receive updated data in real time about accommodations that have earned an array of more than 40 recognized third-party sustainability certifications. This will enable the company to more efficiently present reliable, up-to-date information about those accommodations with a third-party certification, so travelers can make a more informed choice for their next trip.
This week hoteliers will have two opportunities to see the latest in energy-management solutions for hotels. Verdant will display its popular digital thermostats at HITEC® Toronto, June 27 to 30 in Booth 607 at the Metro Toronto Convention Center, and at The Hospitality Show, June 28 to 29 at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. While there, the Montreal-based company will introduce a NEW mobile app and a NEW energy service-optimization program.
Ecolab Inc., the world’s water, hygiene and infection prevention company that protects people and the resources vital to life, today announced the acquisition of the Brand Operations Services business from Deloitte.
myDigitalOffice (MDO), the world's fastest-growing hotel performance management platform, is excited to announce the creation of Night Auditor Appreciation Day, to be celebrated annually on May 18. This day is dedicated to recognizing and honoring night auditors at hotels across the country for their tireless efforts and crucial role in holding hotel operations together. As unsung heroes, night auditors work behind the scenes, ensuring a smooth experience for guests and seamless management of hotel resources.
In this week’s episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Karen Stephens, Revinate’s CRO, and Billy Skelli-Cohen, CEO of the Zien Group, explore the increasing emphasis on sustainability in the hospitality industry. You’ll discover practical tips for implementation while developing a greater understanding of sustainability’s global relevance in hospitality.
MDO, the world’s fastest-growing hotel performance management platform, continues to shine the spotlight on hotel owners and operators dedicated to reducing their environmental footprint. This Earth Day, MDO celebrates the 15 operators comprising more than 1,500 hotels who have qualified for MDO Sustainability Certification by verifying a paperless night audit process to save substantial natural resources.
Are you a “train-bragger”? If you travel regularly for business, you may already be one – and if you are a corporate travel manager, you will certainly want more of your colleagues to be one, according to Liz Emmott, Global Distribution Director at Trainline Partner Solutions.