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Not-so-fantastic plastic at ExCeL
With more than 8m tonnes of plastic being thrown away each year,
single-use plastic is one of the world’s most talked about topics.
ExCeL London, however, claims it is taking positive steps to reduce
waste and is launching a ‘No Plastic’ campaign to outline the venue’s
commitment to this global issue.
Jeremy Rees, CEO of ExCeL London (pictured), commented: “Waste
from single-use plastic is a critical issue for our industry. We need to
take a position on this to significantly reduce the amount of waste that
we generate.”
With a remit to cater for over 4m visitors every year, ExCeL has initially
focused on the role of the 27 retailers along the venue’s central
boulevard.
All plastic straws have been removed from point of sale and suppliers
have committed to offering discounts to customers who have a
reusable coffee cup.
To reduce the disposal of hundreds of thousands of plastic bottles,
permanent water fountains have been installed
to provide free chilled water to visitors,
exhibitors and organisers who bring
a reusable container.
As contaminated waste can
often end up in landfill, a new
bin infrastructure with clearer
waste streams is being
installed, enabling visitors to
sort their waste more easily
which will reduce
environmental impact, while
allowing guests to make more
sustainable choices.
MOVING UP
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Chris Rooney
InterContinental London
– The O2 has
announced the
appointment of Chris
Rooney as talent and
culture manager.
Adrian Santos
Adrian Santos has been
appointed as food and
beverage manager at the
newly opened Edgbaston
Park Hotel and
Conference Centre.
Ben Ludwell
Arora Hotels has
announced the
appointment of Ben
Ludwell as general
manager of The
Buckinghamshire Golf
Club.
Rebecca Creasey
Maritim Hotels has
welcomed back
Rebecca Creasey in a
new role as account
manager, Conference
and Incentive Travel.
Nialls Guinness
CN editor Martin Fullard (right) has a bright idea after being photobombed
by Mash Media publishing director Simon Farnfield (left). Unfortunately, they
were both up an Alp, in the dark, at 10pm, and ideas were reserved for
getting back down again safely.
www.conference-news.co.uk
East of England Arena and
Events Centre has
appointed Nialls Guinness
to the post of ops assistant.