Following exchanging contracts on 44 properties this year, Travelodge is aiming to open 146 new sites in 2012. Owned and financed by the Dubai investment vehicle DIC Travelodge said that despite current liquididy issues overall strong trading has enabled it to secure finance for all 146 new hotels. The strategic direction of Travelodge saw a change in tactics deployed … [Read more...]
New global CEO for Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels
Jones Lang LaSalle have announced that Mark Wynne-Smith is to become the new global CEO for Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels with effect from 1 January 2012, promoted from his current position as EMEA CEO for the Hotels business. Arthur de Haast, who currently combines the Hotels Global CEO role with a number of other leadership remits, will become Chairman of the Hotels … [Read more...]
Shangri-La at The Shard, fit out contract announcement close
Contractor John Sisk is now believed to be in prime position to undertake the highly competitive interiors contract in what will be London’s highest hotel, the Shard building. The Shangri-La Hotel will be located across 18 floors at The Shard, London establishing itself as a landmark piece of architecture on London’s South Bank. At 1,016 feet high, The Shard is regarded … [Read more...]
Michelin star Devonshire Arms appoints new GM
The Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel & Spa has announced the appointment of Andrew Mackay as its new General Manager. Andrew has over 18 years experience of working in the luxury hospitality sector. Prior to joining The Devonshire Arms Country House Hotel, Andrew was the General Manager at the Michelin star hotel, The Samling in Windermere. Andrew started his career … [Read more...]
Morgans Hotel Group announce new 360 bed London Hotel
Morgans Hotel Group has announced that it has entered into a hotel management agreement for a circa 360-room Mondrian-branded hotel to be located at Sea Containers on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. This hotel is expected to be the sixth Mondrian hotel in the expansion of the Company's iconic brand and the first Mondrian hotel in Europe. Upon completion and … [Read more...]