SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett, a global leader in innovative and sustainable flooring solutions, has refreshed its Even Plane luxury vinyl tile portfolio. New patterns to the collection include Terrazzo, available in two hues, and Patine, an abstract visual available in 10 colors ideal for education environments. Raising the grade on acoustic performance, Even Plane LVT features a non-woven fiberglass layer that resists indentation and absorbs the sound of nearby foot traffic 30 percent better than code requires. For additional comfort and delineation of space, it can be installed alongside carpet tile without transition strips. “With acoustic comfort, durability and smooth transitions, Even Plane raises...

BEACON FALLS, CONN.—The nation’s capital in Washington D.C. is more than just the federal home of government in the United States. It is also one of the most competitive markets for the hotel industry. In addition to catering to a broad range of corporate visitors who attend business meetings, hotels in the District of Columbia also serve many domestic and international leisure travelers and government workers. For nearly a quarter century, Metro Laundry Service (MLS) has gradually grown while making its mark. They expanded from newcomer status to a highly respected player in the metro area by winning new business...

KEHL, GERMANY—Sustainability is not a trend—it is a responsibility, and a business imperative. With the publication of its third voluntary annual sustainability report, ADA Cosmetics reaffirms its leadership role in the hospitality industry and its commitment to actively shaping the future: through clear goals, decisive action, and transparent communication. The 2024 edition sets new standards in both transparency and concrete results, establishing ADA Cosmetics as a benchmark in industry reporting. A Clear Roadmap for Sustainable Hospitality As global temperatures continue to climb and extreme weather events multiply worldwide, the road ahead remains challenging and unpredictable. ADA Cosmetics is guided by the belief...

CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH—Getting lost in the FOG? When your foodservice operation generates all of the “Big 3”—fats, oils, and grease—a one-size-fits-all collection solution can seem out of reach. No more. Frontline International’s FOG Machine is the only equipment you need. It collects FOG waste generated by a wide range of cooking apparatus including cooking oil fryers, combi ovens, convection ovens, and other commercial ovens. This is the answer that large, decentralized foodservice operations have been looking for. Supercenters, malls, sports stadiums with concession stands, conference centers, airports, casinos, colleges and universities, and more can all benefit. It comes from Frontline...

ATLANTA—Interface, Inc., the global flooring solutions company, has been named a global sustainability leader in the Sustainability Leaders 2025 Survey by GlobeScan and the ERM Sustainability Institute for the 28th consecutive year. Interface ranked sixth in this year’s report and remains the only company to appear in every report since 1997. The annual survey asked 391 sustainability experts across 57 countries to name companies that successfully integrate sustainability into their business strategies. Eight percent of respondents named Interface without any prompting—up two percentage points from last year. The ranking reflects growing recognition of Interface’s climate leadership and bold ambition to be...

LONDON—Leading hospitality groups including Hilton, Accor, Marriott, Mandarin Oriental and IKEA are now collectively saving more than $100 million a year by cutting food waste across their kitchens—enabled by AI-powered food waste tracking from Winnow. The milestone reflects growing momentum in the sector to address one of hospitality’s most persistent challenges. Globally, food waste represents an estimated $1 trillion in economic loss each year, with $147 billion attributed to surplus food in the U.S. foodservice sector alone (source: UNEP, ReFED). Winnow’s mission is to help the hospitality industry recover $1 billion of that loss by giving chefs the tools to...

ATLANTA—LX Hausys America Inc., an innovative manufacturer of building and decorative materials, announced that three of its premium surfacing products—HIMACS Calacatta Albero, HIMACS Calacatta Costa and Viatera Taj Duna—have been selected as 2025 Product Innovation Award recipients by Architectural Products, i+s (Interiors + Sources) and BUILDINGS magazines. The Product Innovation Awards programs, presented by the three sister publications, honor innovative commercial interior and building products introduced between Dec. 1, 2022, and Dec. 1, 2025. Judged by experienced industry professionals, the awards recognize solutions that advance creativity, performance and impact in the built environment. HIMACS Calacatta Albero was named a 2025 Product Innovation Award winner by BUILDINGS....

OTTAWA, ONT.—Green Key Global invites hoteliers to explore Green Key Insider, an essential e-book showcasing exclusive vendor offers designed to accelerate sustainability while boosting operational efficiency. Inside, you’ll find carefully vetted solutions across energy conservation, water savings, waste reduction, and procurement, all aligned to deliver measurable ROI and compliance-ready sustainability performance. Whether you’re launching a new eco-initiative or scaling existing efforts, Green Key Insider connects you with the tools, vendors, and pricing to make sustainability smart, simple and strategic. Download your copy and discover how hotels are turning sustainability into a competitive advantage. View a sneak peek of the Green Key Insider...

NIAGARA FALLS, ONT.—Foamcore, a leader in architectural innovation since 2009, is redefining the boundaries of material design with a fusion of advanced manufacturing, sustainable geo-polymer materials, and luxury-grade visual customization. Blending design freedom with high-performance engineered systems, Foamcore continues to push the industry forward with technologies that bring imagination into physical reality. The company’s newly integrated industrial printing system allows for ultra-high definition, texture-mapped artwork to be printed directly onto a wide variety of architectural components—including faux brick, lightweight stone, geo-polymer resin-infused surfaces, faux wood beams, concrete-effect panels, ACM sheets, and FoamTech exterior siding. This capability introduces a level of precision,...

KEHL, GERMANY—Bold innovation, measurable impact. A true game-changer for the hospitality industry, ADA Cosmetics Refillution raises the bar for sustainability in hotel bathrooms worldwide. Now the automated, fully traceable refill system is named as a 2025 finalist in the Resources category of the prestigious German Sustainability Award—recognizing a transformative product that is making an impact internationally. Widely recognized across Europe and beyond, the German Sustainability Award (Deutscher Nachhaltigkeitspreis) has established itself as a benchmark for corporate sustainability excellence. Europe’s largest and most respected sustainability award, supported by the German government, is the country’s premier platform for recognizing sustainable product breakthroughs across...