The Radisson Blu Resort Galle, Radisson Hotel Colombo, and Radisson Hotel Kandy are reinforcing their dedication to sustainability by introducing a fleet of electric vans, marking a significant step towards cleaner and more efficient operational mobility.
This new fleet, provided by Evolution Auto, includes KYC electric vans for urban hotel operations and larger King Long electric vans for high-capacity transport and logistics. These vehicles will facilitate essential day-to-day operations such as staff transport, internal logistics, property mobility, and guest movements, while notably reducing the hotels’ environmental impact.
This initiative underscores the hospitality sector’s growing emphasis on practical sustainability measures. By transitioning to electric vehicles, hotels can cut emissions and noise pollution without sacrificing efficiency or service quality. In addition to environmental benefits, electric vehicles offer economic advantages, including reduced fuel dependency, lower maintenance costs, and more predictable expenses amid fluctuating energy prices.
Mr. Bob Kundanmal, Chairman of Sino Lanka Hotels Holdings Ltd and owner of the three hotels in Sri Lanka, stated, “Sustainability is not just a responsibility; it’s an opportunity to innovate and lead. By introducing electric mobility across our operations, we are demonstrating our commitment to a greener future while continuing to deliver exceptional service.”
Kristofer Quadros, Cluster General Manager for the portfolio, added, “Integrating electric vehicles into our daily operations allows us to enhance efficiency while actively reducing our environmental impact. Sustainability is a core foundation of our hotel operations, guided by Radisson’s Hotel Sustainability Basics, which focus on responsible resource use, reduced environmental footprint, and long-term positive impact. The addition of charging facilities ensures smooth operations and reinforces our long-term vision for sustainable hospitality.”
As Sri Lanka continues to explore cleaner transport solutions and reduce fuel import reliance, corporate adoption of electric mobility will become increasingly vital. This initiative illustrates how leading hospitality brands can align sustainability with operational excellence and financial performance, setting a standard for responsible practices in the tourism sector.
Our trio of hotels are proudly verified under the Hotel Sustainability Basics program, demonstrating their commitment to responsible hospitality. Aligned with the core sustainability goals of the Radisson Hotel Group, our three hotels actively practice and support RHG’s key efforts in reducing environmental impact, uplifting local communities, and fostering inclusion and equality across our teams.
