Accra: Atlantic Catering has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), becoming the first Ghanaian full-service catering and hospitality company to be recognised as a signatory of the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. The UN Global Compact brings together businesses around the world committed to aligning their operations with universal principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption, while advancing the broader UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Tolu Lacroix, Executive Director of UN Global Compact Ghana, welcomed Atlantic Catering into the network during a ceremony. He emphasised the importance of private sector leadership in building a more sustainable future. “Companies like Atlantic Catering play a vital role in shaping a business environment that is responsible, ethical and future-focused. Their participation strengthens our mission to advance sustainability across all sectors,” he said.
Mr. Lacroix noted that Atlantic Catering is already embedding the 10 Principles of the UNGC into its operations and long-term strategy through its CARES initiative. The company is taking active steps in areas such as waste reduction, ethical sourcing, and staff well-being. Madam Maud Lindsay-Gamrat, CEO of Atlantic Catering, stated that the company sees sustainability not just as a global priority but as a local responsibility. “Joining the UN Global Compact is a natural extension of our values,” she said.
Madam Lindsay-Gamrat further explained that true hospitality extends beyond exceptional food and service to include care for people, communities, and the planet. The announcement coincides with World Environment Month, reinforcing the company’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint and leading sustainable business practices within Ghana’s hospitality industry and beyond. She expressed the company’s belief that business can be a force for good and highlighted their eagerness to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully within this global network.