Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island, a premier beachfront destination in Ras Al Khaimah, has been named a winner of the 2025 International Sustainability Awards for its pioneering integration of eco-conscious practices within luxury hospitality.

This recognition celebrates the resort’s innovative and inclusive sustainability programs that redefine how five-star experiences can align with environmental and community values. From zero-plastic operations and in-house water bottling to advanced food waste digestion systems and guest-engagement initiatives, the resort is leading the way toward more responsible travel.

“We are deeply honoured to receive this award,” said Fabien Chesnais, General Manager of the resort. “It reflects our team’s passion for purposeful hospitality and our belief that sustainability can—and must—enhance the guest experience.”

Since its opening in 2023, Mövenpick has embedded environmental responsibility across every guest touchpoint. Key initiatives include:

• Zero Plastic Innovation: Elimination of single-use plastics through an in-house bottling plant using reusable glass bottles.
• Food Waste Diversion: A SYKER digester has diverted over 13,000 kg of food waste, cutting 32.9 tons of CO₂ emissions in just two months.
• Guest-Focused Eco Choices: Programs like “Stay Green” and “Skip the Clean” let guests contribute to sustainability while earning loyalty points and reducing resource consumption.
• Community Impact: Initiatives such as beach cleanups, UAE Food Bank partnerships, tree planting, and inclusive hiring extend the resort’s mission beyond its grounds.

Guided by Accor’s GAIA2 platform, the resort tracks metrics like food waste, water use, and carbon emissions to ensure measurable progress and accountability.

In recognition of the achievement, Alexander Chetchikov, CEO of Luxury Lifestyle Awards and President of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, remarked:
“Mövenpick exemplifies what modern luxury should represent—purpose, innovation, and impact. Their sustainability efforts are not only operationally impressive but also emotionally meaningful. We’re proud to honour them for their leadership in creating a more sustainable future for global hospitality.”

Looking ahead, the resort plans to upgrade all guestroom fixtures to sensor-based systems and launch new educational and volunteer-driven eco-programs to deepen community engagement.

Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island’s award-winning model proves that environmental stewardship and exceptional guest experiences can thrive hand in hand, setting a standard for the hospitality industry worldwide.

Go to https://movenpick.accor.com/en/middle-east/uae/ras-al-khaimah/resort-al-marjan-island. to learn more.