Iberostar Group wins top marine conservation award

Iberostar Group has been awarded the ‘World’s Leading Marine & Biodiversity Conservation Programme’ for its Wave of Change initiative. The program emphasizes coral restoration and sustainability efforts. The recognition was announced on February 27, 2026.

The Iberostar Group received the ‘World’s Leading Marine & Biodiversity Conservation Programme’ award on Friday, February 27, 2026. This accolade highlights the company's Wave of Change initiative, which focuses on coral restoration and broader sustainability in marine environments.

The Wave of Change program, central to Iberostar's environmental commitments, aims to protect marine biodiversity, particularly in reef areas. While specific details on the award ceremony or additional program metrics were not provided in the announcement, the recognition underscores Iberostar's role in conservation efforts.

This award comes amid growing global attention to ocean health, with initiatives like Wave of Change contributing to reef preservation. Iberostar, a prominent hotel chain, integrates such programs into its operations to promote responsible tourism.

No further updates on the initiative's impact or future plans were detailed in the release.

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