General News
21 October, 2022
CaPTA Group recognised
THE CaPTA Group has been recognised as a global leader in sustainable tourism, winning the 2022 Skål International Sustainable Tourism Award in the Major Tourist Attractions category.
The award was presented at the Opening Ceremony of the 81st Skål World Congress in Kvarner, Croatia, attended by CaPTA Director of Sales & Marketing Ben Woodward on Friday, October 14.
For 21 years, Skål International has recognised best practices in Sustainable and Responsible Tourism to enhance visibility and grant recognition to entities from the travel and tourism industry around the world.
CaPTA was selected as the winner by a panel of three independent judges on different environmental, social and economic criteria, including nature and culture preservation, carbon offsetting and climate change mitigation, renewable energy and waste management, and local employment and training.
Mr Woodward said the win was a testament to CaPTA’s commitment to a range of initiatives across the group, from regenerative activities to wildlife conservation and indigenous employment.
“We constantly strive to achieve environmental and social sustainability through our tour companies and attractions, with a commitment to protecting and preserving areas in which we operate for not only its own viability but also the viability of its communities,” he said.
“From our Tropic Wings 100% electric bus and solar energy harnessing to sustainable education and tree planting programs, these initiatives are designed to help us reduce our environmental impact whilst providing a better experience for our guests and staff.”
As part of the award, CaPTA also receives a free one-year subscription to the Biosphere Sustainable platform, allowing them to create their own personalised Sustainability Plan for continuous improvement and recognition of the efforts of its companies.
CaPTA’s commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through its Ecotourism Australia accreditation, and it reviews and re-evaluates its environmental and sustainability initiatives as new information and technology become available.
The Skål Sustainable Tourism Awards are supported by the UN World Tourism Organisation, the Responsible Tourism Institute and Biosphere Tourism.
