GASTONIA, N.C.—Intrinsic Advanced Materials, makers of CiCLO technology will debut a new generation of responsible-performance luxury home textiles at Heimtextil 2026, January 13 to 16 in Frankfurt. The product development demonstrates how combining TENCEL fibers derived from certified or controlled-wood sources with CiCLO’s biodegradable polyester innovation can elevate comfort and durability while supporting reduced environmental impact across hospitality and home categories. CiCLO technology is a patented textile ingredient that enables polyester and nylon to biodegrade naturally, significantly reducing the time synthetic fibers remain in the environment. The technology is embedded in the fiber, thereby creating pathways that attract naturally occurring microorganisms, enabling...

ODESSA—Green Lodging News has added Xela Pack to the “Amenities/Packaging” category of its Green Product & Service Directory. Xela Pack PaperBottles offer a truly sustainable alternative to plastic bottles and tubes for amenities like shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion and more. With only a very thin poly layer, each PaperBottle reduces plastic use by about 92 percent compared to traditional bottles. Guests will also appreciate the tamper-evident design, which is significantly more hygienic and secure than dispensers. Beyond the PaperBottle, Xela Pack provides secondary packaging options such as door hangers, turn-down cards, kits, bags, and boxes. All items can...

ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added DrinkMore Custom Water to the “Water/Sustainably Packaged” section of the Green Product & Service Directory. DrinkMore Custom Water can produce a 12oz sleek or 16oz digitally printed can in whatever design format you desire. The cans are digitally printed at HartPrint, where the ink-to-can printing technique eliminates needs for sleeves or stickers. Each eco-friendly can is filled with purified water that won the Best Tasting Water in the World at the 35th Annual Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting Competition! DrinkMore Water is a small but mighty business that has been producing purified water...

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Food Recovery Network (FRN) announces an exciting milestone as it approaches the recovery of 100,000 pounds of surplus food in partnership with Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. In just over two years, the collaboration has grown to support 10 hunger-fighting partners in the greater D.C. area, providing nearly 85,000 meals. “Our partnership with Gaylord National has proven to be transformative for our community. Each pound of food recovered not only alleviates hunger but also demonstrates the power of collective action,” said Regina Harmon, Executive Director of FRN. “As we near the 100,000-pound mark, we invite everyone to engage...

Xela Pack Sustainable PaperBottle® Packaging for Amenities Xela Pack PaperBottles offer a truly sustainable alternative to plastic bottles and tubes for amenities like shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion and more. With only a very thin poly layer, each PaperBottle reduces plastic use by about 92% compared to traditional bottles. Guests will also appreciate the tamper-evident design, which is significantly more hygienic and secure than dispensers. Beyond the PaperBottle, Xela Pack provides secondary packaging options such as door hangers, turn-down cards, kits, bags, and boxes. All items can be custom-made for your brand or specific properties, helping you stand out and enhance...

MIAMI—Groupe GM, a global reference in premium guest amenities, announces an exclusive partnership with the renowned skincare brand myBlend. This collaboration marks myBlend’s first entry into the hotel amenities sector and reflects the brand’s confidence in Groupe GM’s expertise and extensive reach. Together, they introduce a collection that elevates the notion of luxury, wellbeing and memorable guest care. Founded by Dr. Olivier Courtin and part of Groupe Clarins, myBlend is a prestigious beauty house that seamlessly integrates innovation, wellness, and a holistic approach. Dr. Courtin believes that true beauty reflects a harmonious balance between the skin, body, and mind. The brand...

KRABI, THAILAND—The much-anticipated “Fodor’s Finest Hotels 2026” was announced, featuring the 100 “most incredible” hotels and resorts in the world, a prized list that included just 15 hotels in Asia, and only one in Thailand—Banyan Tree Krabi. “We are proud to say that every single property on this list has been vetted by our team of editors and writers,” said U.S.-based Fodor’s, a major publisher of travel guides since 1949, noting that the selection process to narrow down the list to just 100 hotels was at times “brutal and fastidious”. Fodor’s Managing Editor Rachael Levitt said that each property is evaluated on its...

MONTEREY, CALIF.—Portola Hotel & Spa says it’s the first hotel in Monterey County to be recognized as a Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly Hotel, reinforcing its longstanding commitment to sustainability and ocean conservation along California’s Central Coast. Surfrider’s Ocean Friendly Hotels program celebrates properties that make meaningful, measurable efforts to protect the ocean and coasts by reducing single-use plastics and conserving water onsite. “Protecting Monterey Bay and our surrounding marine ecosystem has always been at the heart of who we are,” said Janine Chicourrat, Managing Director of Portola Hotel & Spa. “We’re proud to be recognized as a Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly...

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...

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...