Unique Hotel & Resorts PLC

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-07 to 2022-06)

Reduced costs by 7.27% through efficiency measures and cost savings initiatives.
Replaced halogen lights with energy-efficient LED lights.
Upgraded air conditioning systems to environment-friendly refrigerants.
Implemented pre-ignition pilot burners and high-capacity low-flow burners for gas saving.
Installed solar panels and hot water solar generators.
Implemented a water closed system saving 34% water per flush.
Used government-approved ETP system.
Replaced mineral water bottles with fixed installed treated water system.

Launched various community welfare initiatives including Iftar distribution, food distribution to underprivileged people, blood donation drives, and financial assistance to various organizations.
Contributed BDT 1,46,20,918 to the Labor Welfare Fund.
Provided financial support for mosque construction and rickshaw/van puller labor union.
Sponsored TEM Sports & Events.
Implemented succession planning and talent employee retention policy.
Provided training and development programs for employees.

Maintained high standards of corporate governance and business conduct.
Complied with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal guidelines.
Established procedures to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Implemented a robust anti-corruption program.
Established a detailed policy relating to trading in company shares by insiders.
Implemented a whistle-blowing policy and grievance management system.

COVID-19 pandemic impact on hotel occupancy and revenue.
Geopolitical uncertainties impacting global energy prices, inflation, and import challenges.
Increasing operating costs despite improved occupancy rates.
Competition from new hotels.

Cost optimization initiatives to strengthen EPS.
Strong performance in Food and Beverage and catering operations.
Cost saving strategies and timely action as risk mitigation for uncertain geopolitical situation and higher inflation cost.
Focus on maintaining cost-saving strategies and timely action as risk mitigation for uncertain geopolitical situation and higher inflation cost.

Frameworks Used: GRI

21st ICAB National Award for Best Presented Annual Report 2020
8th ICSB National Award for Corporate Governance Excellence 2020
Continent Winner of the World Luxury Hotel ‘The Westin Dhaka’ Asia Luxury City Hotel Awards 2021
2021 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards for Best Hotel & Best Restaurant Service in Asia
World Luxury Restaurant Awards for Seasonal Tastes 2021
Trip Advisor’s Certificate of Excellence 2020