A successful Consultation Workshop on the GSTC Standard for Food and Beverage, which is under development, was held in Taiwan on April 25th, hosted by Forte Hotel Group, a GSTC member, at Forte Hotel Xizhi.
GSTC General Manager, Roi Ariel, opened the one-day event with updates on recent GSTC activities. Following his introduction, GSTC Market Development Manager, Rita Kuan, facilitated the workshop, highlighting the vital role of sustainability efforts in the food and beverage industry, underscoring the consultations’ significance and the importance of the standard development in order to guide businesses toward more responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and global alignment in the near future.
The event provided an opportunity for local food and beverage providers and professionals to provide input on the feasibility of the new GSTC Standard for Food and Beverage, as part of the Feasibility Assessment phase. The discussions during the consultation highlighted the critical role that the food and beverage sector plays in the tourism industry, creating meaningful visitor experiences while supporting local communities.
“The Feasibility Assessment workshop highlighted the importance of bringing together different perspectives and experiences from the diverse group of professionals, as part of GSTC’s standards development process, which ensures the standard reflects both global priorities and practical realities.” Said Mr. Ariel.
“It was a true honor to bring together partners from different sectors of Taiwan’s tourism industry, all of whom play a critical role in the growth of the F&B Service sector, to co-create this important Standard. We hope the new guidelines will embody the passion and efforts they brought!” Said Ms. Kuan.
The workshop facilitated valuable discussions, encouraging participants to explore how sustainability can be effectively integrated into F&B management. Attendees gained insights into global best practices and enhanced their knowledge of sustainability overall.
