Live from Brussels
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18 September 2023
Balancing the Energy equation: HOTREC's views on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
On 31 August 2023, the European Parliament and the Council discussed a possible compromise for the proposal of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
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20 September 2023
Platform work: protecting the self-employed status
On 18 September 2023, the European Parliament and the Council discussed the proposal for a Directive on "Improving Working Conditions in Platform Work."
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20 September 2023
HOTREC's Insights at the Bled Strategic Forum: Shaping the Future of Tourism
On 29 August 2023, HOTREC had the pleasure of participating in the 9th edition of the Bled Strategic Forum, held in Bled, Slovenia, in collaboration with our member, the Tourism and Hospitality Chamber of Slovenia (TGZS).
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20 September 2023
Discussing the European airline market with Ms Ourania Georgoutsakou, Managing Director of Airlines for Europe
We interviewed Ms Ourania Georgoutsakou, Managing Director of Airlines for Europe (A4E), and asked her to tell us more about current challenges and opportunities for the European airline industry.
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20 September 2023
Going Net-Zero: A Roadmap for European hospitality
The European Green Deal has set a goal of reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 across every sector of the economy. This commitment extends to European hospitality, as well, and the industry is committed to meeting these climate targets.
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20 September 2023
DIVETOUR project nears conclusion: promising results and upcoming event
At the end of 2021, HOTREC became a partner in the DIVETOUR project – an initiative funded by the Erasmus+ program aimed at introducing innovative methodologies and tools in the field of accessible tourism.
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12 July 2023
Dark kitchens: a euphemism?
HOTREC explored the phenomenon of 'dark kitchens', also known as ghost kitchens or virtual kitchens. How is this rising trend impacting the food industry?
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12 July 2023
Discussing the priorities of the Spanish Presidency of the EU with State Secretary Rosana Morillo
We had the pleasure of interviewing Rosana Morillo, Spanish State Secretary for Tourism, and asking her how the new Presidency of the EU can prioritise European hospitality in the European agenda.
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12 July 2023
Promoting fairness for hotel businesses: Platforms send notifications on Digital Markets Act gatekeeper status
As Booking.com declared on 4 July 2023 that the company does not yet qualify as a gatekeeper under the Digital Markets Act, HOTREC takes note of the statement and urges the Commission to further scrutinize its criteria.
