At Ilmac, we are convinced that sustainability is of central importance. We work alongside both internal and external stakeholders to implement environmental measures that will help us achieve this goal.
Transportation
We encourage the use of eco-friendly public transportation options for Ilmac 2025 in Basel by proactively engaging both visitors and exhibitors and highlighting the benefits of sustainable travel through our newsletters and communications. Basel offers excellent connectivity via train, tram, and bus, making the journey to the event site, Messe Basel, convenient and environmentally friendly. An added benefit for all visitors is that staying in a hotel in Basel overnight includes free public transportation for the region, which facilitates easy travel and exploration within the area. Basel has two central railway stations, SBB/SNCF and Badischer Bahnhof, with connections to all major cities in Switzerland, Germany and France. Visitors can take tram line 1 or 2 from the SBB/SNCF station to the ‘Messeplatz’ stop and thus reach Messe Basel and the Congress Centre in ten minutes. From Badischer Bahnhof, you can reach the exhibition centre in two stops on line 2 or 6. For further information click here!
Booth Construction
At Ilmac, our commitment to sustainability extends to the design and construction of our exhibition booths:
Reusable Graphic Films: We provide graphic printing films for all exhibition booths, including those for startup stands, which are designed for reuse. We encourage exhibitors to select timeless designs and to retain their films post-event for future use.
Catering
At Ilmac, we are taking several steps to enhance the sustainability of its catering services:
- Seasonal and Regional Cuisine: Our catering partner, Wassermann Basel, now prioritizes seasonal and regional produce, supporting local agriculture and reducing the carbon footprint associated with food transportation.
- Diverse Dining Options: The event has shifted to primarily offering vegetarian dishes, while also providing meat options, instead of treating them merely as an alternative. This adjustment supports a more sustainable and health-conscious dining experience by promoting the regional and seasonal aspects of both vegetarian and meat dishes.
- Reusable Utensils: In a move away from disposable plastics, we have embraced the use of reusable cutlery and dishes, enhancing the overall sustainability of the event.
Resource Management
As part of our ongoing efforts towards sustainability, Ilmac is committed to minimizing waste and finding eco-friendly solutions. In addition to encouraging waste separation before, during and after the event, we are also exploring innovative ways to repurpose materials used at the exhibition.
Carpet repurposing: we have successfully repurposed exhibition carpets in the past for charitable causes, such as providing it to refugee camps. This year, we are excited to continue this initiative and are looking for interested parties who would like to acquire larger portions of the exhibition carpets for repurposing. If you are interested, please feel free to contact info@ilmac.ch for further details.
Event Materialien
As part of our ongoing efforts towards sustainability, Ilmac is committed to minimizing waste and finding eco-friendly solutions. In addition to encouraging waste separation before, during and after the event, we are also exploring innovative ways to repurpose materials used at the exhibition.
Carpet repurposing: we have successfully repurposed exhibition carpets in the past for charitable causes, such as providing it to refugee camps. This year, we are excited to continue this initiative and are looking for interested parties who would like to acquire larger portions of the exhibition carpets for repurposing. If you are interested, please feel free to contact info@ilmac.ch for further details.
Sustainability at MCH Group
As part of the MCH Group, we at Ilmac follow MCH’s commitment to do better in our sustainability performance. We firmly believe that by considering the environment, society, and economy in our operations, we can reduce negative impacts and enhance positive effects.
Our Approach
We have ambitious objectives. We are incorporating sustainability criteria into our management decisions, internal processes, investments, supply chain, products and services. Our clear governance structure ensures that our processes and practices are fair and transparent.
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Our Planet
We strive to reduce our impact on the planet and make a positive impact on the industry. We’ve aligned our approach with the Net Zero Carbon Events to leave a positive imprint at every event.
Our People
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Our Legacy
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