Centara Hotels & Resorts Wins Inaugural Thailand Tourism Sustainability Award
General Managers Wuthisak Pichayagan of Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok (left) and Jan Weisheit of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin proudly accept the Thailand Tourism Sustainability Award

Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok and Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin recognised for pioneering sustainability in Thai hospitality

Centara Hotels & Resorts has been honoured with the first-ever Thailand Tourism Sustainability Award in the Accommodation Category at the 15th Thailand Tourism Awards, presented by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

The recognition celebrates Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok and Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin for their leadership in eco-conscious operations, community engagement, and long-term sustainability strategies.

“This award reflects the dedication of our teams and reinforces our responsibility to create a more sustainable future for tourism,” said Wuthisak Pichayagan, General Manager of Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok.

Jan Weisheit, General Manager of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, added: “It is a testament to the commitment we share with our guests, associates, and communities to protect Hua Hin’s cultural and natural heritage, while redefining sustainable hospitality in one of Thailand’s most iconic destinations.”

From reducing greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption by 40% by 2029, to achieving net zero by 2050, Centara continues to embed sustainability into every aspect of its operations. This latest accolade reinforces Centara’s role as a key driver of sustainable tourism in Thailand.

At a Glance

  • Award: Thailand Tourism Sustainability Award – Accommodation Category
  • Event: 15th Thailand Tourism Awards, organised by TAT
  • Recognised Properties:
    • Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok
    • Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin
  • Sustainability Targets:
    • 40% reduction in GHG emissions & energy use by 2029
    • 20% reduction in water use by 2029
    • Net zero emissions by 2050

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Paul Lo

Paul is the publisher of Red Bird Travel News, from Hong Kong, now living in Shanghai, and has worked at South China Morning Post, Apple Daily, Shanghai Daily, and Global Times.