Welcome to the PATA UK & Ireland Chapter
PATA UK is the hub of activity for Pacific Asia. We have a community of over 5,000 travel professionals who strive to be travel experts for a wide array of destinations throughout the region. Our goal is to educate the UK travel trade by hosting events throughout the UK, where members can keep up-to- date about the latest happenings in Pacific Asia.
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Beyond Skywalk Nangshi embraces the philosophy of "Beyond A Good Place Is A Better Planet."
Beyond Skywalk Nangshi will identify and implement sustainable measures to minimize the use of energy and the consumption of natural resources. Furthermore, we will encourage our guests and staff to "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle" whilst continuing to seek new methods to make this easier to achieve.
Beyond Skywalk Nangshi will appropriately manage environmentally impacting aspects of our business to reduce harm to nature, i.e., visual impact, waste generation, atmospheric emissions / noise / wastewater. We will also seek to increase and promote the safety, health and well-being of our employees, community, and guests.
Beyond Skywalk Nangshi will follow and enforce local and government legislation and/ or regulations regarding the environment at all times.
Beyond Skywalk Nangshi will promote environmental awareness, active cooperation and understanding through training and communication with employees and company collaborators.
When Directors and Officers of a UK Tour Operator Can Face Personal Liability — and the Importance of D&O Insurance
In the UK, directors and officers (D&Os) of tour operators hold significant responsibilities for ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. Whilst limited liability can protect individuals from personal liability, situations can arise when the corporate veil is lifted and that protection lost.
Such liability may arise when for example, directors breach their statutory duties under the Companies Act 2006—for instance, by failing to act in good faith, exercising reasonable care, or avoiding conflicts of interest. And can also include claims of wrongful trading when a company is, in effect, insolvent.
However, given the public facing nature of a travel company, its directors can face greater potential exposure than many. Prosecutions for misrepresentation in brochures and advertising material resulting in misleading information can expose individuals to legal or regulatory claims, in addition to the company itself.
Breaches of health and safety legislation can give rise to the corporate veil being lifted and in worst case scenarios even prosecution for gross negligence manslaughter.
Given the complex regulatory environment of the travel sector and the wide ranging nature of the goods and services being supplied to the public, often on a global basis, directors’ decisions can have far-reaching consequences. Defending such claims can be expensive and reputationally damaging, even when directors are ultimately cleared of wrongdoing.
Directors’ and Officers’ (D&O) insurance can potentially help. D&O insurance provides financial protection against legal costs, damages, and investigation expenses arising from alleged wrongful acts. For tour operators, it ensures that leadership can make informed, strategic decisions without the constant fear of personal financial loss—safeguarding both individual confidence and corporate stability.
For further information on how Directors’ and Officers’ Insurance may benefit you, please contact Alan Pattison at Travel Risk Professionals – alan.pattison@jensten.co.uk
Going Green: Changing for the Better How Harbour Plaza Hotels & Resorts are reshaping travel for a healthier planet
Tourism has always been about enriching one’s experience through travel -discovering new landscapes, cultures, and perspectives. Sustainable travel isn’t just a trend; it represents a conscious change toward journeys that protect the planet while deepening our experiences. Today, many travellers choose airlines with clear commitments to reducing carbon emissions, along with travel service providers who actively work to reduce waste, conserve natural resources, lower energy consumption and support a circular economy where materials are reused instead of discarded.
Harbour Plaza Hotels & Resorts with 13 hotels and nearly 10,000 hotel rooms and serviced suites, is committed to integrating environmental, social governance principles into its business operations. This commitment extends across its suppliers, partners, colleagues and guests, ensuring that every aspect of the business contributes to protecting the environment. The group is a signatory to the Hong Kong Government’s Energy Saving Charter and 4T Charter (Target, Timeline, Transparency, Together), reinforcing its pledge to conserve energy and reduce emissions. These efforts align with the city’s vision of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
Eco Friendly Practices
• Energy efficient LED lighting, dimmers, and motion sensors save 15,000,000 kWh annually.
• Water efficient dual flush toilets and linen/towel reuse programmes conserve precious resources.
• Feasibility studies for solar panel installation highlight the group’s long term vision.
Waste Reduction & Recycling
• Recycling programmes for soap, glass, plastic bottles, aluminium cans, and cooking oil.
• Replacement of single use toiletries with pump dispensers and eco friendly bathroom amenities.
• Food waste recycling programme converts leftovers into biogas for electricity and compost.
• Digital transformation reduces paper usage through QR codes and electronic brochures.
Savouring Sustainability in Dining
• Partnering with local and regional suppliers to reduce carbon footprint.
• Supporting sustainable seafood and sourcing responsibly.
• Offering vegan, plant based, and special dietary options for greener dining.
• Monitoring food waste and introducing reduction initiatives across restaurants.
MEMBERS DIRECTORY
Use our membership directory to browse PATA members and find contacts for DMCs, airlines, tourist boards & hotel partners in the Pacific Asia region.
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