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and organisations - can also play their part in making it as sustainable as possible . When planning their visit , they have been encouraged to consider the impact of travel , logistics and the printing and distribution of brochures . Exhibitors in the outdoor area can also get involved by checking
CO 2
OL ’ s CO 2 calculator via the GCB homepage to work out their potential carbon footprint for IMEX and putting in place measures to minimise this . Also , the hired stand construction company , mac , is setting standards by organising the entire Germany stand sustainably ( www . mac . de ).
n Catering using regionally-sourced , ecological and sustainable produce The GCB ’ s focus on sustainability continues through its tendering process for external service providers . Catering supplier Accente
Gastronomie Service GmbH fulfilled all of the GCB ’ s criteria by sourcing ingredients directly from the surrounding region wherever possible , selecting seasonal produce and placing particular emphasis on fair trade products . Furthermore , Accente has a growing fleet of electric cars and saves resources by employing low-emission vehicles . The caterer is also dedicated to running an ethical and socially responsible business by , for example , monitoring the conditions in which imported goods are manufactured .
n Interview with Klaus-Peter Suhling , Managing Director of Accente Gastronomie Service GmbH GCB : The GCB attached special importance to sustainability in its invitation to tender bids for catering . What concrete aspects are
you implementing in that regard at Germany ’ s IMEX stand ?
Suhling : We realise the theme of “ sustainability ” in our catering very deliberately . We prefer to purchase our food products directly from the surrounding area or region .
Some examples of our suppliers are as follows :
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Hartmann Bakery in Rödelheim
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Neuhaus Butcher ’ s Shop in Schwalbach am Taunus
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Beverage wholesale dealer Kirstein in Niederdorfelden ( international beverages , but above all beverages from regional sources as well : fruit juices etc .)
We not only bank on the theme of sustainability with regard to foods , we also realise it in the range of beverages we offer . Our hot
COUNTLESS OPTIONS
You may be planning a corporate or a public event , a congress or a trade fair – and you could be expecting anything from 50 to 50,000 guests . Whatever your event , we can help you make it a success . At the Hannover Exhibition Grounds you will not only find a unique range of options – such as exhibition halls , convention centre , open-air display areas and Expo pavilions . You will also find an outstanding infrastructure , leading-edge conference and event technology , and comprehensive services . Your project will benefit from extensive back-up services ranging from visitor and contact management to excellent catering . In short , professional services – just as you like it !
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