Initiative eco-responsable et RSE

🏡 TIPTOE, a French furniture brand founded in 2015, has joined FERMOB, a leading outdoor furniture and lighting manufacturer, through a long-term strategic partnership involving a capital increase and a buyout of minority shareholders, making FERMOB the majority shareholder. FERMOB, re-established in 1989 by Bernard Reybier, boasts a consolidated turnover of €150 million, unique sector expertise, and an extensive international distribution network. The partnership unites two brands with complementary timeless product design and a commitment to high-quality, environmentally-responsible manufacturing. FERMOB's products have global presence in prestigious locations like Luxembourg Gardens in Paris and Times Square in New York.

📢 L'UMIH 01 s'engage auprès de l'État dans "Les entreprises s'engagent" pour promouvoir les carrières dans l’Hôtellerie-Restauration et de nouvelles méthodes de recrutement. Ciblant les jeunes, handicapés, réfugiés et quartiers prioritaires, l’UMIH 01 favorise l'alternance, immersions professionnelles et participation à l'évolution de l'offre de formation en lycées professionnels.

🎁 The 5-star Grand Hôtel du Soleil d'Or, established in 1901 in Megève, sought to boost its gift box sales and streamline management. They partnered with Console Secretbox, which provided an e-commerce platform with an intuitive design, simplified purchase process, and multiple payment options. This #greentech solution aligns with the hotel's ethical values. Console Secretbox has helped the hotel increase revenue, ease team workload, and enhance customer experience.

✈️ ADP projects the evolution of airports by 2050, focusing on traveler experience and technological advancements. The airport of the future will offer hassle-free journeys with home baggage pickup, biometric security checks, facial recognition systems, advanced scanners, virtual assistants, and pre-ordered products waiting at gates. The market for smart airport technologies is anticipated to grow from $7.1 billion in 2022 to $24.3 billion by 2032. Startups like Bob.io and Alltheway offer city-center baggage collection to ease travel to airports. By 2025, 86% of airports plan to implement self-service check-in and baggage drop kiosks. UK startup Zamna developed blockchain technology to simplify identity verification, potentially saving airlines from fines. Augmented navigation aids, such as digital tags in Amman and laser technology from WeMaintain, enhance efficiency and accessibility. A positive airport experience can lead to higher passenger spending, with satisfied travelers spending an average of $44 in terminals compared to $29 by those with a disappointing experience.

🔬 Saruni Basecamp, comprising 12 properties, lodges, and safari camps, merged with Basecamp Explorer to focus on wildlife conservation, flora preservation, and empowering East African communities. The merged entity offers unique safari experiences, including night drives, off-road outings, family activities, and community-engaged initiatives like tree planting, fair-trade jewelry making, and educational visits. Notably, Barack and Michelle Obama stayed at Basecamp Masai Mara, which now honors them with a dedicated grove of Kenyan indigenous trees. Guests at Saruni Rhino in Samburu can track rhinos on foot in the successful Sera Rhino Sanctuary.

💚 Elle & Vire Professionnel collaborates with the Ligue contre le cancer for the 3rd consecutive year during October's "Octobre Rose" campaign. They introduce a savory recipe contest with Sublime Crème au Mascarpone as a mandatory ingredient. Chef Eric Bouchenoire to select 3 winners. Additionally, €1 donated for each Sublime Crème au Mascarpone pack sold in October, supporting breast cancer awareness and research.

📍 Zannier Hotels Bãi San Hô and Land Rover Vietnam announce a collaboration from August 17 to September 7, 2024, in Phu Yen, Vietnam. The partnership celebrates sustainability, passion, and adventure with engaging activities. The long-term alliance aims to offer unparalleled experiences combining comfort, sustainable practices, and adventure. Arnaud Zannier, CEO of Zannier Hotels, and Alain Bachmann, GM of Zannier Hotels Bãi San Hô, endorse the collaboration reflecting shared values and commitment to exploration.

🍴 Sarah and J.-P. Xu, owners of L'Aigle Royal and L'Atlantis restaurants in Quimper, combat food waste with a €5 penalty for unfinished plates at their all-you-can-eat buffets. Engaging with customers before imposing the fine, they only apply it if the food was satisfactory. Results show waste occurs only once a month, with customers supportive of the eco-friendly initiative.

💸 Chef Yoann Caloué at Café des Banques offers gastronomic cuisine in a warm setting with an open kitchen for an immersive culinary experience. Console SecretBox designed a tailor-made e-commerce solution for them, enhancing sales strategy, cash flow, and management simplicity. Features include intuitive online shopping, a seamless purchase journey, shared payment options for group gifts, and ethical, greentech-hosted servers aligning with the restaurant's values. Console SecretBox allows Café des Banques to focus on their clientele by streamlining gift voucher management.

🌎 Changement climatique affecte l'Europe du Sud, entraînant des vagues de chaleur, sécheresses et incendies de forêt, notamment en Grèce, Espagne, Italie. Ces événements menacent les communautés et perturbent le secteur touristique, crucial pour l'économie de la région. Le tourisme est un secteur clé en Europe, souligné par l'édition 2020 de International Tourism Highlights de l'OMT.