The shortlist of nominees for the 2015 CIS (Catering in Scotland) Excellence Awards has been released by the Advisory Board. With 15 categories – ranging from the established Healthier Scotland, Sustainable Business and Chef of the Year Awards, to the brand-new Patisserie Chef and Banqueting & Events Chef categories – this year’s ceremony on 21 May will be the most exciting … [Read more...]
Lion Hotel, Shrewsbury acquired by Thai investor
The 59 bedroom Lion Hotel in Shrewsbury, Shropshire has been sold in a deal brokered by specialist property adviser Christie + Co. The FICO Corporation, a well established diversified Group from Bangkok, Thailand has acquired the hotel for an undisclosed sum. With its roots in manufacturing and textiles, Fico Corporation’s current business activities extend to luxury retail, … [Read more...]
International accreditation programme for Serviced Apartments
The first ever global accreditation programme, developed by the UK’s Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP), is on track to roll out worldwide following an innovative collaboration with US-based Corporate Housing Providers Association (CHPA). International Serviced Apartment Accreditation Programme The programme - known as the International Serviced Apartment … [Read more...]
The Grand Brighton awarded Gold VenueVerdict Accreditation
The Grand Brighton has been recognised with a Gold Standard from BDRC Continental’s VenueVerdict Accreditation, which commends venues for providing guests with service that leads to the highest level of customer satisfaction. Since becoming an independent hotel in 2014, the hotel has gone from strength to strength. The Grand has received accolades throughout the hotel’s … [Read more...]
Sheraton Hotels appoints Thierry Henrot as GM, Sheraton Skyline Hotel London Heathrow
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts announces the appointment of Thierry Henrot as General Manager of the Sheraton Skyline Hotel London Heathrow. He from Le Méridien Etoile in Paris where he was Hotel Manager. Originally from France, Henrot began his long career with Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 2001 as Food & Beverage Manager at the Sheraton Porto Alegre in Brazil. … [Read more...]