TICKET TO THE MOON (TTTM), the Bali-based ethical manufacturer of silk parachute hammocks as well as a range of travel and outdoor accessories, has been granted Provisional Membership to the World Fair Trade Organisation (WFTO). Founded in 1993, embarking on full membership to the WFTO was the logical step for the socially responsible brand which has raised awareness of global challenges and sustainability since its inception.
From the very beginning, TTTM has committed to crafting hammocks in a way that is good for the earth, its customers and its manufacturing family. No PFCs are used in any of its product ranges. By using local materials and investing in innovative recycling methods, it aims to have a minimal impact on the environment.
The WFTO is the global community of social enterprises that fully practice Fair Trade. Their guarantee system verifies that members are truly fair trade enterprises, who pioneer with models of business that put people and the planet first. The WFTO focuses on both social enterprise and Fair Trade, with its guarantee system being the only international verification model focused on social enterprises that put the interests of workers, farmers and artisans first.
Through peer-reviews and independent audits, WFTO verifies members are mission-led enterprises fully practicing the 10 Principles of Fair Trade across their business and supply chains. The WFTO membership status is a significant and globally recognised accolade that enables consumers, stockists and business partners to know the brand they are choosing to support takes their commitment to CSR and the planet seriously.
Rather than a one-off certification, the provisional membership of the WFTO is the beginning of an ongoing verification process for Ticket To the Moon. This stringent process comprises annual audits, active involvement in the fair trade community and commitment to improvements in business practices, which TTTM anticipate will lead to guaranteed membership status being granted by the end of 2023 at the latest.
Florian Hubmann, Managing Director Ticket to the Moon GMBH;, said, “We recently found out that our way of doing things is well in line with the principles set out by the WFTO. On our way to becoming a guaranteed member, we are excited about everything there is to learn and to improve along this journey. We look forward to the interaction with this progressive, beautiful and diverse community.”
Handcrafted from offcuts of Ticket to the Moons’ iconic Parachute Hammocks in their own factory in Bali, all products in the brand’s packable ECO Bags range are upcycled from super durable, PFC-free nylon. This flexible material is incredibly strong, durable and guaranteed for at least ten years of use. Completely food safe, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Hypoallergenic Parachute-silk Nylon is naturally mould resistant and fully machine washable at 30 degrees.
The TTTM ECO Market Tote bag has been designed with simplicity and functionality in mind and is perfect for shopping trips around town or for popping into a work or gym bag ready for when extra carry capacity is needed. Compact, lightweight and packed in its own pocket-sized carry pouch with neat pull toggle, it’s a super handy, durable alternative to plastic bags and is fully washable and quick drying. Two hidden handles and a long, wide carry strap make it easy to carry and supremely comfortable even when fully loaded. Choose from three sizes: small (10l), med (20l) or large (40l); prices from £7.50 – £9.95.
Light and strong, the Upcycled Mini Backpack (£26.95) is an eco-friendly, super portable everyday backpack with 15 litres of carrying space with a hidden side pocket to easily access essentials. Fast drying and machine washable, when not in use this cute pack folds down small enough to be carried in a pocket and weighs in at just 105g.
