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The Erawan Group Public Company Limited (“ERW”) is pleased to announce that nine Accor-branded hotels in Thailand under its portfolio have been awarded the “STGs STAR” (Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating) certification by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). The recognition reflects the Group’s continued commitment to advancing sustainable hospitality and responsible tourism practices across its hotel operations.

The STGs STAR certification recognizes tourism businesses that demonstrate commitment to sustainable development across key Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) dimensions. This achievement reinforces The Erawan Group’s efforts to integrate sustainability into its business operations while creating long-term value for guests, employees, local communities, and the environment.

The nine hotels receiving the STGs STAR certification are:

1. Novotel ibis Styles Bangkok Sukhumvit 4
2. Mercure ibis Bangkok Siam
3. Mercure ibis Bangkok Sukhumvit 24
4. Mercure Pattaya Ocean Resort
5. ibis Bangkok Riverside
6. ibis Bangkok Sukhumvit 4
7. ibis Bangkok Sathorn
8. ibis Pattaya
9. ibis Phuket Patong

The certification reflects the hotels’ ongoing efforts in areas such as resource efficiency, environmental impact reduction, responsible business practices, employee engagement, and community involvement. These initiatives are aligned with Thailand’s Sustainable Tourism Goals (STGs) and contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This recognition is a testament to the commitment and dedication of our hotel teams integrating sustainability into our day-to-day operations. We believe that sustainable hospitality is not only about reducing our environmental impact, but also about creating meaningful value for our guests, employees, communities, and all stakeholders.

The Erawan Group remains committed to continuously improving our sustainability performance and strengthening responsible tourism practices across our portfolio. We are proud to contribute to Thailand’s sustainable tourism development while pursuing long-term and responsible business growth.

The achievement demonstrates the collective efforts of The Erawan Group and its hotel teams to embed sustainability into the guest experience and operational practices. The Group will continue to strengthen its ESG initiatives and collaborate with its stakeholders to drive positive environmental and social impact across the hospitality industry.