BALTIMORE—To commemorate its 15th anniversary and to support their commitment to give back to the community, teammates from MD Energy Advisors, a Baltimore-based commercial, utility, and financing energy solutions company, dedicated time during their all-hands meeting to assemble 15 adult bicycles to donate to Helping Up Mission, a 501c3 with the mission to transform the lives of and restore hope to those suffering from addiction and poverty by harnessing the power of faith, science and community. This initiative marked the company’s third year supporting the nonprofit through its community giving program and its first collaboration with the national nonprofit Bikes for Goodness Sake. The...

PALMDALE, CALIF.—U.S. Pole Company, Inc. announces its new name, U.S. Outdoor Lighting, reflecting the company’s complete portfolio of outdoor lighting products and its evolving position in the market. Supporting the new name, the company is pleased to unveil the addition of three new supporting brands to the family: Amerilume—budget friendly site and area lighting, Ameriscape—professional landscape lighting, and U.S. Sport Lighting—precision court lighting. As a part of this transition, the company affirms that Sun Valley and U.S. Architectural Lighting will remain at the core of its business. Both brands continue to represent decades of industry experience, design excellence, and superior performance. This expanded product range and family of brands under...

CHICAGO—JLL announced that it has earned the coveted Compliance Leader Verification from Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. “At JLL, our ethics program empowers every employee to be a guardian of our ethical standards where trust, fairness and accountability are the foundation of our daily operations,” said Alan Tse, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary for JLL. “Ethics is at the heart of our culture, underpinning every part of our business and helping us achieve our purpose of shaping the future of real estate for a better world.” JLL’s performance was evaluated on six...

INTERNATIONAL REPORT—As part of its global Community Impact program focused on advancing digital inclusion and building skills for jobs in the travel industry, Amadeus, a leading global player in the travel and tourism sector, and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (the Alliance) announce a significant enhancement to their partnership to support the global expansion of the Alliance’s Employability Program. This initiative aims to improve youth employment and promote inclusivity by providing young people with the skills and experience needed to embark on their careers in the hospitality industry. The partnership will see Alliance member Amadeus committing to a long-term collaboration...

LOS ANGELES—Hotel Emporium, a leading company of premium hotel amenities, is deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of its Co-Founder and CEO, Andy De Silva on June 6, 2025. A transformative figure in the hospitality industry, Andy led Hotel Emporium from a California-based company to an internationally recognized brand, servicing over 20,000 properties across 40+ countries. Under his leadership, the company expanded operations with regional offices and manufacturing facilities across the U.S., Mexico, China, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and India. Andy was a pioneer in sustainable hospitality. He spearheaded the launch of award-winning eco-innovations such as the LiquiFill refill system and...

MIAMI—Groupe GM, an international leader in guest amenities, reaffirms its commitment to pampering hotel guests and meeting their skincare needs with a carefully curated sun care hotel line in collaboration with the iconic brand Hei Poa. Hei Poa brings its expertise in Polynesian beauty rituals to the hotel world with a luxurious, ocean-safe, and hydrating SPF 50 sun care formula. Designed for long-lasting protection, these products allow guests to enjoy carefree moments at the beach, poolside, or exploring summer destinations. Thoughtfully crafted for both comfort and sustainability, the line meets the growing demand for clean, skin-friendly, and environmentally respectful amenities,...

DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.—Serge Ferrari Group, a leader in designing, developing, and manufacturing innovative composite fabrics, introduces Batyline Eden Life, a breakthrough addition to its acclaimed Batyline collection. Engineered for high-performance outdoor furniture and marine applications, Eden Life exemplifies the brand’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and elevated design. Crafted with sustainability in mind, Batyline Eden Life features a core yarn made from 100 percent recycled polyester and a 50 percent recycled acrylic outer layer. This eco-conscious construction offers durability without compromising on design or performance. In line with Serge Ferrari Group’s ongoing commitment to health and environmental responsibility, Batyline Eden Life is also...

NEW YORK—Ultrafabrics, a global leader in high-performance coated fabrics and alternative leathers, has unveiled its 2025 Sustainability Report. Highlighting the company’s commitment to addressing environmental and social impacts, the report outlines innovative practices and strategies aimed at embedding sustainability throughout Ultrafabrics’ operations. On the heels of its 2025 Carbon Reduction Leader recognition, Ultrafabrics continues to raise the bar for sustainability in the performance materials space. The company is increasing its use of environmentally preferred inputs—including biobased, recycled, and certified materials—in its backings and resins to reduce the environmental footprint of its products. As the first and only polyurethane-branded partner to utilize TENCEL Modal...

ASHLAND CITY, TENN.—A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating and water treatment solutions, announces the extension of the Adapt Gas Tankless Water Heater family with the addition of the Adapt SC Standard Condensing Gas Tankless Water Heater and the Adapt NC Non-Condensing Gas Tankless Water Heater. By rounding out the product suite, A. O. Smith will offer customers multiple high efficiency gas tankless water heating solutions for different applications. The Adapt SC Tankless Water Heater is the perfect fit for contractors looking for a high efficiency solution for their everyday customers. Available in 160k, 180k and 199k BTU/Hr models,...

STOCKHOLM—Vingcard, an ASSA ABLOY company and provider of advanced technologies for the hospitality industry, exhibited at this year’s HITEC in Indianapolis to demonstrate how hotels can now tap into a single source and take a unified approach to addressing their various technology needs. Vingcard’s extensively expanded range of solutions offer an ideal example of how the industry is transitioning towards modular technologies that are capable of functioning as part of a fully integrated tech stack delivering heightened efficiency, personalization and service quality. Following multiple strategic acquisitions and its ongoing priority of researching and developing new breakthroughs in innovation, Vingcard’s solution...