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The international sustainability certification, now available in Hungarian, supports the sustainable transformation of the national tourism sector.
Innotime Hungary has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the internationally recognized company Bioscore to offer the Bioscore Tourism Business Certification in Hungary. The initiative aims to support travel agencies, congress and conference organizers, convention centers and other players in the MICE sector, helping them to structure their sustainable management and obtain internationally accredited recognition.
The certification is inspired by internationally recognized principles, such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the criteria of the GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council). The reference to these standards seeks to harmonize the program’s principles with globally accepted best practices.
Bioscore certification evaluates the performance of companies in six key areas:
- Sustainable management and governance
- Emissions and carbon footprint
- Energy
- Water
- Waste
- Corporate Social Responsibility
“Our goal is to break down the barriers to obtaining sustainability certificates and make internationally recognized certification accessible to all Hungarian tourism businesses,” emphasized Csaba Kedves , CEO of Innotime Hungary.
“We want sustainability to be an opportunity, not a barrier. With this agreement, we help Hungarian tourism companies differentiate themselves with an internationally recognized label aligned with the highest global standards. “said Victor Monzon, CEO of Bioscore.
The system, developed by the Bioscore team andverified by an independent auditor, guarantees the transparency and reliability of the process. Each certified company receives a technical report, a score and an official
The entire process, from preparation to final audit, is conducted entirely in Hungarian, eliminating language barriers and ensuring a seamless experience for local businesses. With this partnership, Innotime Hungary and Bioscore drive the sustainable transition of Hungarian tourism, aligning with international standards and contributing to a more responsible and competitive tourism model.
Expected impact
With this alliance, travel agencies and MICE companies in Hungary will be able to demonstrate their sustainable commitment to international standards, becoming regional benchmarks of innovation and responsibility in business tourism.
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