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Carla Mendez

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Hereu recuerda que “recibir 94 millones de turistas supone un gran reto en sostenibilidad”

🏠 Jordi Hereu, Spanish Minister of Industry and Tourism, inaugurated FITURTECHY on January 23, 2025, in Madrid, highlighting sustainability challenges for a country receiving 94 million tourists. Jorge Marichal, President of CEHAT, emphasized the need for a State Housing Pact to support sector growth and talent management in the service-intensive industry. Discussions at FITURTECHY25 included the transformative power of AI in tourism, energy management, water savings, and tackling food waste, with the hotel sector accounting for 14% of Spain's food waste. The event featured debates on urban services to attract talent, blue tourism, destination management, digital challenges, and training in the era of tourism intelligence. The day concluded with awards for transformative and sustainable tourism initiatives.
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Revolución turística en FITURTECHY 2025: claves para un sector más digital y sostenible

🏖️ Madrid hosts FITURTECHY 2025 from January 22 to 24, organized by ITH and FITUR, emphasizing tech, sustainability, and business in tourism. Key speakers include Jorge Marichal (CEHAT) and Óscar Perelli (EXCELTUR), advocating for a State Pact to address the sector's challenges. Discussions focus on investment funds, Next Generation Funds for tourism projects, and the current state of the industry, including tourist housing, its GDP impact, and talent retention. The event also features debates on smart mobility, digital transformation, and AI's role in tourism, culminating in recognitions for influential professionals and the VIII Edition of the FITUR-Intermundial Seguros Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Award.
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FITURTECHY: una inmersión tecnológica en el turismo del mañana

🎮 Over 40 tech companies will partake in the 19th edition of FITURTECHY 2025, sponsored by Telefónica Business and Enovam, held from January 22-24. The ITH presents the TechYhotel, an immersive experience across six thematic environments at IFEMA Madrid. Featuring more than 40 companies, visitors can interact with AI and robots, and engage in VR experiences. Highlighting technological innovation and sustainability, the exhibit spans approximately 250 square meters, with AI influencer Alba Renai appearing as a life-size hologram. Architect Miguel Soler, along with Vergés Design and Ambiazza, designed the space, incorporating recycled clay signage by Mayche Ayllón. Tech solutions like PUDU Robotics, Emovili electric vehicles, and Solun PV energy generation showcase the future of sustainable hospitality and tourism.
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Castilla Termal avanza para liderar la implementación de IA en el sector turístico

🚩 Castilla Termal Hoteles, a leader in the hospitality sector, is training its executive team in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Technological Innovation to lead AI implementation within the tourism industry, aiming to enhance guest experience and operational efficiency. On January 14, 2025, in Valladolid, they revealed plans for an AI specialization program tailored for the hotel sector. The training involves six leadership team members, including President Roberto García, and will eventually extend to the operational management of all five hotels in the chain. The strategy aims to personalize services, optimize internal processes, and anticipate customer needs, while also focusing on sustainability initiatives like Zero Waste policies. Castilla Termal's commitment to innovation is showcased through a comprehensive 9-module training program, cementing its position as an innovative leader in tourism.
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Resuinsa lanza la guía de referencia para los profesionales del sector hostelero

🚿 Resuinsa's 5th edition professional catalog is now available, containing updates for bath and room textiles, catering, and decorative items essential for hospitality professionals globally. The guide, first published in 2000, has evolved to meet hoteliers' needs and is accessible via Resuinsa's website. It provides technical details on internationally used textile products and epitomizes the company's 50-year commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation. Director General Félix Martí highlights its significance for equipping new establishments and restocking, serving 8,000 clients worldwide.
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La Alianza de Municipios de Sol y Playa dona 25.000 euros a los afectados de la DANA

💸 The Alianza de Municipios Turísticos de España (AMT) donates €25,000 to aid Valencia's DANA-affected areas. Annual assembly decision by eight key tourism city mayors, held in Lloret de Mar. New AMT president: Adrià Lamelas, succeeding Juan Antonio Amengual. AMT, including Benidorm, created in 2017, comprises cities responsible for 20% of Spain's overnight stays and 4% of tourism jobs. Focus on financing issues, digitalization, sustainability, accessibility, and destination cooperation.
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El cierre de 2024: el canal de voz protagoniza un verano de récord con un crecimiento del 65,37%

📞 During June to August 2024, Ring2Travel's contact center received 134,878 calls, managing 123,004 (91.20% service level), resulting in 10,148 bookings with an economic impact of €8,298,227 for associated hotels. Compared to summer 2023, this represented growth of 65.37%, with total client hotel revenue reaching €11,061.78. The voice channel has proven to be a strategic element, confirming its continued relevance in the digital age for the hotel industry.
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Jesús Gatell, Premio a la Innovación por su Trayectoria en los Smart Travel News Awards

🏡 Jesús Gatell was honored with the Innovation Award for his career at the Smart Travel News Awards on December 11, 2024, in Madrid. The event, attended by over 150 industry professionals, acknowledged Gatell's innovative spirit and contributions to the tourism and hotel sector. He has emphasized the importance of caring for family and workers throughout his career and has held positions such as vice president of the Instituto Tecnológico Hotelero (ITH) from 2004 to 2021. Gatell also received the Silver Medal for Tourist Merit in 1990 and the Gold Medal in 2010. The awards aim to celebrate excellence and innovation in tourism.
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ITALSAN obtiene la certificación ISCC Plus

📊 Italsan achieved the ISCC Plus certification, endorsing its products' sustainability from production to end consumers. As one of the first in its sector, Italsan's ISCC Plus scope covers trading circular and biocircular polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) pipes. The certification, granted after passing Control Union's audit with GRUPO ACMS consultancy, ensures environmental sustainability, market access, reputation enhancement, efficiency and traceability, and prepares for future environmental regulations.
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PACKNET y THINKTUR firman un acuerdo para impulsar la innovación tecnológica y la sostenibilidad

📦 Madrid, 3 de diciembre de 2024 - La Plataforma Tecnológica Española de Envase y Embalaje (PACKNET) y la Plataforma Tecnológica del Turismo (THINKTUR) firman un acuerdo de colaboración para impulsar la innovación y sostenibilidad en los sectores del envase, embalaje y turismo. Juan Carlos Mampaso, presidente de PACKNET y Álvaro Carrillo de Albornoz, director gerente de THINKTUR, se comprometen a proyectos de I+D+i y organización de eventos. THINKTUR se convierte en socio consultivo de PACKNET.
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