Kerzner International, in recognition of Earth Day and its commitment to sustainable tourism, has joined the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance. The Alliance brings together over 100 organizations that are committed to promoting environmental and social responsibility within the hospitality industry.
Strengthening commitment towards sustainability
Hospitality Kerzner International, known for its luxury destinations under brands like Atlantis, One&Only, and SIRO, has expanded its sustainability efforts by joining the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance.
The company joins a global movement of over 66,000 hotel rooms and 8,000,000 hotels worldwide that are all striving to achieve a Net-positive Hospitality goal. This initiative ensures the hospitality sector gives more than it takes to society and the environment, increasing its overall impact.
It’s significant that on Earth Day, the Alliance welcomes Kerzner to our movement – a community of industry leaders pioneering a prosperous future where hospitality uplifts people, honours our planet, and enriches communities. Kerzner is a great partner to share knowledge and showcase best practices as we strive to make a difference in the hospitality industry. Glenn Mandziuk CEO of the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
Kerzner’s role in advancing sustainability
Philippe Zuber emphasized Kerzner International’s responsibility to care for some of the most iconic locations in the world.
Kerzner is a company that understands the unique responsibility of being custodians to some of nature’s most beautiful locations. This means we are responsible for preserving these treasures to be enjoyed by future generations. Through our iconic brands—Atlantis, One&Only, SIRO, and Rare Finds—we are committed to reimagining hospitality in a way that uplifts communities and safeguards our natural world.
Kerzner hopes to work with other members in the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to create and implement practical solutions for sustainability. The focus is on encouraging innovation, sharing of knowledge, and supporting long-term success for destinations and communities.
Towards net-positive hospitality
Kerzner, as part of the Alliance’s global partnership, will share best practices with its network and ensure that Kerzner’s operations contribute positively to social and environmental outcomes.
Kerzner has a broader commitment called Net Positive Hospitality. It aims at restoring more to the earth and its communities through its business operations.
Kerzner’s decision to join Alliance is part its ongoing sustainability journey. It supports global and local communities by using environmentally conscious hospitality practices.
About Kerzner International Holdings Limited
Kerzner International Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries are a leading international developer, operator and provider of destination resorts. They also offer ultra-luxury residences and hotels as well as innovative entertainment and gaming. Kerzner’s flagship brand Atlantis, includes Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai, a 1,500-room, water-themed resort on The Palm, overlooking the Arabian Sea and mainland Dubai and Atlantis, Sanya Hainan in China; and in development, Atlantis, The Royal Resort & Residences in Dubai, and Atlantis Ko Olina in Hawaii in the United States. Under the One&Only brand, Kerzner manages some of the most top-rated ultra-luxury resorts in the world, located in Mexico, Mauritius, the Maldives, South Africa, Dubai, Rwanda, Malaysia, Montenegro, and Australia. Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, a 500-room destination golf and casino resort in Morocco, is also operated by Kerzner. Kerzner has recently launched SIRO, a lifestyle destination that combines hospitality, fitness and wellness with energizing and fresh experiences. The first resort is planned for Boka place in Montenegro. Kerzner.com has more information on the company and its subsidiaries.
