NEW YORK—Redefining the future of hospitality, Hyphyn—a breakthrough biodegradable vinyl—marks the next evolution of sustainable, stain-resistant upholstery faux leather for hotels, restaurants, and public spaces. Debuting this month at Boutique Design New York (BDNY), Hyphyn offers an unmatched human-centric and third-party verified end-of-life solution: it biodegrades over 90 percent within two years in landfill conditions, leaving behind no chemicals of concern or toxic residues. “Under development for over six years, Hyphyn was mindfully designed to address consumer and guest demand for more sustainable and transparent materials, and the industry’s need for durability,” says Iwan Nassimi, Executive Vice President of Nassimi, makers of Hyphyn. “Hyphyn bridges...

MALDIVES—Green Lodging News was recently approached to learn more about the environmental efforts at the InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort. The following are the results of questions presented by Green Lodging News to Shoaib Siddiqui, Assistant Chief Engineer at the resort. 1. In what year did the property open? 2019 2. How many employees? 290 3. What plastics have been eliminated to qualify the resort as being free of single-use plastic? For example, is water now available in glass bottles? Another form? Are bathroom amenities available in pump dispensers? What other single-use plastics have been eliminated and why is it so important to do that? From...

I attended The Hospitality Show in Denver this past week. The event is a production of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Questex, the publisher of Hotel Management. It was a great chance to touch base with suppliers I have gotten to know in past years and to make many new contacts. It would be impossible for me to highlight all the companies I interacted with in this column but here is a list that caught my attention: Two companies—CMP Water and AquaFlow Technologies Inc.—both featured valves that compress the air before it reaches the meter, so you only pay...

PORTLAND, ORE.—Leanpath, a leader in enterprise food waste management, announced the launch of its new, fully touchless AI floor scale tracker for high-volume kitchens. Data from this new tracker integrates with Leanpath’s existing AI-powered platform, which automatically analyzes food waste and delivers recommended operational changes to address a kitchen’s unique challenges. Designed for speed, accuracy, and simplicity, the Floor Scale AI uses embedded machine vision to instantly recognize food waste items. The system automatically captures photos and key operational details with no user input required. This data feeds the Leanpath food waste dashboard to provide analytics, reporting, and guidance, so chefs and managers...

BOULDER, COLO.—Eco-Products, a Novolex brand and leader in sustainable foodservice packaging, has been named the 2025 Balpex Innovation Center Award winner for its Veda reusable containers. Designed for cafeterias, campus dining halls and other on-site foodservice operations, the new Veda line makes reusable containers simple and trackable while supporting more sustainable foodservice operations. “We see reuse as the next frontier in sustainable foodservice,” said Wendell Simonson, General Manager of Eco-Products. “Veda pairs smart technology with durable design to make reuse easy for customers and achievable on a large scale.” The Balpex Innovation Center Award recognizes products that demonstrate an innovative approach, measurable business...

KEHL, GERMANY—ADA Cosmetics will make a major statement at this year’s The Hospitality Show in Denver, presenting the industry-leading ADA Cosmetics Refillution system alongside a portfolio of world-class hotel amenities, including the debut of the redesigned BOGNER collection. One year after its launch, the ADA Cosmetics Refillution remains the world’s only automated hotel cosmetics refill system. The patented technology refills a 300ml dispenser in just six seconds, guaranteeing perfect hygiene. Hotels adopting the system save up to 95 percent plastic waste and 30 percent liquid waste while enjoying unmatched efficiency and sustainability. “Innovation is at the heart of ADA Cosmetics,” says Gerd von Podewils,...

MIAMI—Beyond Oil USA, a food-tech innovator with patented oil purification technology, announced a strategic partnership with Eazy Grease, a leading used cooking oil recycling company that is currently contracted with more than 6,700 customers. This collaboration delivers an end-to-end solution that transforms restaurant frying oil management from extended use to responsible recycling. The partnership combines Beyond Oil’s FDA-approved filter powder, which extends frying oil life from two to three days to 35 to 45 days, with Eazy Grease’s multi-state collection and recycling services. Together, they’re establishing a new sustainability standard, enabling restaurants to dramatically reduce oil consumption while ensuring used...

KEHL, GERMANY—A chic new standard has arrived in hotel bathrooms. With the launch of the EcoClassic collection, ADA Cosmetics introduces its most extensive and sustainable accessories range, replacing the company’s former luxury lines with a concept that blends elegance, innovation, and environmental care. Minimalist Design, Maximum Responsibility Timeless in black and white, EcoClassic is crafted from natural, renewable materials such as bamboo, cotton, and paper, eliminating plastic wherever possible. The elegant packaging is made from certified recycled cardboard, chosen in line with the principles of Canopy’s Pack4Good initiative—a global effort to protect forests through responsible sourcing. The Completion of a Conscious Trilogy EcoClassic is the...

CANCUN, MEXICO—In celebration of World Tourism Day 2025 late last month, The Palace Company has unveiled a powerful new video campaign capturing the ecosystems that thrive in and around its resorts in Cancun and the Riviera Maya: mangroves, dunes, jungles, crocodiles, sea turtles, and hundreds of species that coexist in harmony with tourism. The message is clear: awareness is not enough—travelers and tourism partners must take action. Guests and the general public are invited to support the conservation of these unique habitats through a direct donation to Palace Foundation. “Every night a guest sleeps at one of our properties is made possible by the ecosystems...

NEW YORK—Created to address the design industry’s growing demand for sustainable and high-performance materials, Hyphyn—a breakthrough biodegradable vinyl—marks the next evolution of coated upholstery fabrics for healthcare spaces and beyond. Hyphyn, like its namesake, bridges lasting performance with a more responsible future. This innovative, stain-resistant, and bleach-cleanable material not only withstands the rigors of healthcare environments but offers a human-centric and third-party verified end-of-life solution: it biodegrades over 90 percent within two years in landfill conditions, leaving behind no chemicals of concern or toxic residues. “Hyphyn is more than a product; it’s a commitment to the health of people and the...