Tecna UK retains ESSA highest Tier Sustainability rating for 2nd year

Tecna UK, has once again set the standard in sustainability, becoming the first stand design and build company to achieve the highest Tier 5 ESSA Sustainability accreditation for the second consecutive year. After making history in 2023 as the first stand builder to receive this prestigious accreditation from the Events Services & Suppliers Association (ESSA), Tecna continues to lead the industry in sustainable practices.

“We are delighted to be awarded Tier 5 again in recognition of the progress in every part of our business to move towards net zero. Along with offering 100% sustainable exhibition stands and carbon reporting for our clients, we have this year repurposed over 500 items to charities and donated more than 250 volunteer hours”, outlines James Longley, managing director, Tecna UK.

ESSA H&S Manager, Josh Taylor commented “Tecna UK has once again demonstrated its extraordinary commitment to sustainability by achieving Tier 5 in the ESSA Sustainability accreditation for the second consecutive year. This well-earned recognition highlights Tecna UK’s ongoing leadership and dedication to setting the industry standard for sustainable excellence.

To get a Tier 5, they had to meet high standards in 12 different aspects of sustainability management. This means they didn’t just talk the talk; they walked the walk and provided tangible evidence of their dedication to sustainability in areas like energy efficiency, waste reduction, and eco-friendly practices.”

Find out more about our sustainability journey.

About Tecna UK

Tecna UK - Transforming ideas into unforgettable display experiences. Since 2007, we have been leaders in modular event, exhibition, conference, experiential and retail displays.

Tecna UK create stunning exhibition stands combining the versatility of modular with the style options of custom build. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do and our modular system, eco graphics and ethos allows us to create truly net zero exhibition stands and brand activations. 

We provide unique solutions for our clients, bringing together stand design, project management, production, and installation to create bespoke exhibition, conference, experiential and retail displays. 

Tecna UK work direct with exhibition organisers, experiential agencies, trade and end users to create solutions for exhibitions, conferences, events and brand activations.

Our net zero exhibition stands bring together our reusable system with recyclable graphics and ensure every element of the stand is reused, providing a fully sustainable solution which has already been recognised by Informa Better Stands programme and ESSA's Sustainability Accreditation.

Author

Vicky MacPherson

Marketing Executive, Tecna UK

Vicky has 7 years experience in Marketing and Project Management. She offers helpful insight into showcasing brand messaging, generating engagement through both digital and offline channels, and running numerous projects from start to finish.