As a responsible corporate citizen, Forest Group has a duty to contribute to the well-being of society and the environment. Prioritising sustainability is one way to fulfil this duty and make a positive impact on the world.” The Declaration will help us to collectively make significant strides in sustainability by using new technologies such as automation. For example, motorised window coverings can be connected to the guest room management system, helping to reduce heating and cooling costs, while contributing to the cruise operator’s sustainability efforts. This integration creates a more luxurious and personalised guest experience while also improving energy efficiency and sustainability.” Through our 2025 sustainability programme we are guided by five themes that are the foundation of our ambition: circular product design, maximising the use of sustainable and renewable raw materials, carbon neutrality and zero-waste production, highly durable and fit-forpurpose solutions that are easy to maintain, and creating end-of-life value through recycling. We continue to be guided by our three key values: transparency, circularity and renewability. With these as the foundation of everything we do, we can ensure that we continue to deliver to both people and the planet. Hopefully the Declaration will help many businesses to focus on making improvements to both their own and their clients’ sustainability performance.” The Declaration creates a shared opportunity for all stakeholders to contribute towards a common goal and we welcome the chance to be involved. Our commitment to sustainability can already be measured in our actions. Every Ulster carpet contains at least 80 per cent wool, which is a rapidly renewable material, and we’re making our manufacturing processes as efficient as possible. We removed nearly 76,000 cubic metres of water from our manufacturing processes between 2015 and 2021, and in 2022, strategic waste segregation resulted in 328.79 tonnes of waste being diverted from landfill. And our switch to 100 per cent renewable energy at our main manufacturing and warehousing facilities is expected to reduce our carbon footprint by 950 tonnes annually. By 2025, we aim to cut carbon emissions by 50 per cent, energy intensity by 18.5 per cent, waste by 20 per cent, and both water consumption and packaging by five per cent.” Robos feels responsible for the environment and wants to conserve our natural resources, which is why we focus on developing high-quality, durable furniture that lasts longer. We do this by using sustainable solutions, such as Dutch Teak, which is the synthetic, durable, sea-proof version of teak. In addition, Robos has joined the Seaqual Initiative, where approved partners collect plastic marine litter and transform it for other uses. Robos offers a Seaqual fabric as part of the Robox fabric collection. It’s only by working together that we can make a difference to the environment. That’s why we are very excited about this global initiative with the 32 ambassadors, and we would like to be a part of it.” DION BOSCH International Business Developer Hospitality and Marine Industry, Forest Group JEMMA MASTERS Marketing Manager of International Accounts Forbo Flooring Systems ZOE HAZELTON Marine Sales Manager Ulster Carpets SASCHA BOSCH Owner Robos FEATURE 52
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