Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

🚰 Acqua MOOD introduced a 500ml ECO by MOOD can in Italy, featuring a unique open-and-close cap. This innovation complements the existing 330ml version with its stylish black and white satin finish, targeting high-end consumers. The cans are made from fully recyclable aluminum, reflecting the brand's eco-friendly commitment. Additionally, the MOOD 100 bottle uses recycled plastic, further demonstrating the company's dedication to sustainable practices.

🛳 The cruise industry, with 45 companies operating 310 ships, is advancing towards sustainability goals by 2050. As of 2023, 19 ships use low-emission fuels, up from one in 2018. By 2036, 32 ships will adopt advanced fuel systems. Onshore power is available for 166 ships, expected to reach 273 by 2036. Only 41 ports offer this, with 8 added this year. 98.2% of ships produce fresh water on board, and 234 ships use advanced wastewater systems, marking a 72% rise since 2018.

🛳 Clia's latest Environmental Technologies and Practices report reveals advancements towards net-zero emissions by 2050. 45 member companies operate 310 cruise ships, 73% being small to medium-sized. From one ship in 2018, 19 now use low-emission fuels, and 32 more will be added by 2036. Onshore Power Supply is installed on 166 ships, with plans to reach 273 by 2036. Most ships produce their own freshwater, and 234 use advanced wastewater systems. Waste-to-energy systems are on 8 ships, and food waste digesters on 128.

🌊 Groupe GM, in collaboration with Algotherm, launches an eco-friendly hotel skincare line. Featuring 98% natural ingredients, including Laminaria Digitata algae, the products are vegan, non-GMO, and gluten-free, certified by Biorius. The line includes Ecofill dispensers with 400 ml refills, Ecosource containers (375 ml, EU-Ecolabel and Nordic Swan certified), and Ecopump dispensers (300 ml from plant-based plastic). The collection also offers 33 ml tubes, RSPO MB-certified soap, and recycled packaging accessories, aligning with Groupe GM’s Care About Earth sustainability initiative.

📍 Caviar Milan, operating since 2022, expands to Rome with a new store at Via dei Gracchi 72, following their Milan flagship. The brand offers high-quality Persian caviar from Caspian Sea farms, ensuring freshness and sustainability. Products are rich in proteins, omega-3, and vitamins. Available varieties include Royal Baerii, Royal Osetra, Royal Beluga, Imperial Beluga, and Almas Beluga. Stores open Monday to Saturday, 10:00-20:00, with refrigerated 24-hour delivery across Europe.

📈 Gli agenti di viaggio americani, rappresentati dall'ASTA, affronteranno le insolvenze degli albergatori con una "black list" entro settembre. Il presidente Zane Kerby ha sottolineato l'urgenza di risolvere il problema dei ritardi nei pagamenti. Gli agenti potranno segnalare gli hotel inadempienti, e l'associazione utilizzerà i propri avvocati per garantire pagamenti puntuali. Questa misura mira a tutelare gli operatori del settore.

🛩 In Europe, September 2025, the IATA warns of a potential long-term issue in the aviation industry: fuel shortages. Post-COVID challenges and historic events like 9/11 have tested airlines. Efforts to achieve zero emissions by 2050 are underway, yet costly and limited. Numerous outdated refineries are closing, leading to expensive imports. Current solutions like SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) and electric engines are inadequate. IATA's CEO, Willie Walsh, highlights the sector's resilience in overcoming crises.

🌱 Il Gruppo Germinal, con sede a Treviso, ha pubblicato il suo primo report di sostenibilità dopo 44 anni di attività. Nel 2024, l'azienda ha registrato un fatturato di 61 milioni di euro, un aumento del 3% rispetto all'anno precedente. Con quasi 100 dipendenti, Germinal produce 20.000 tonnellate di prodotti alimentari biologici all'anno. L'85% delle materie prime è biologico. Inoltre, nel 2024, il 44% degli acquisti è stato da fornitori locali.

☕️ Founded in 1890 in Turin, Costadoro, a high-end coffee company, expands into the vending market with three new coffee blends: Break, Relax, and Chill. These blends cater to various taste preferences and times of day, aiming to bring authentic Italian espresso to workplaces. Certified as a B Corp in 2023, Costadoro emphasizes quality and sustainability. Pietro Messerini leads the new OCS and vending channel as the manager.

🏠 Il 4 ottobre 2025, la quinta Giornata Nazionale dei Locali storici d'Italia metterà in evidenza caffè, ristoranti e alberghi storici. Maddalena Fossati Dondero sarà l'ambassador ufficiale. Illycaffè si unirà all'Associazione come socio sostenitore. Circa 200 locali parteciperanno a eventi con visite, degustazioni, e menù tradizionali. L'iniziativa mira a riscoprire l'identità italiana attraverso storie e tradizioni culinarie. Dettagli su www.localistorici.it.