Some of Britain’s’ leading bee specialists are urging people to help save the endangered insect - in which 35 different species are at danger of dying out - in a lively conversation at Birmingham’s most sustainable restaurant. Opus at Cornwall Street, a restaurant known for its ethical sourcing practices, hosted 40 guests to discover why these crucial creatures are at danger … [Read more...]
Arora Group to Build Hotel Connected to T2 at Heathrow
The Arora Group is pleased to announce that it has been granted planning permission to develop a new hotel at London Heathrow. The new hotel is part of the ongoing strategy to focus on larger assets with high revenue potential; it has been granted planning permission to develop a new hotel at London Heathrow with direct access to the Queen’s Terminal, Terminal 2. The … [Read more...]
AccorHotels to acquire John Paul, world leader in the concierge market
AccorHotels announces today it has begun exclusive negotiations for the acquisition of John Paul, the leading player in premium customer and employee loyalty services. The company’s Enterprise Value should be close to 150 million dollars i.e. a 2017e EV/EBITDA multiple of c. 11X. Accorhotels should acquire about 80% of John Paul, the remaining stake being kept by David … [Read more...]
Manchester’s iconic Palace Hotel announces new chef talent
Manchester’s iconic Palace Hotel has announced the appointment of a new kitchen cast who have trained under world leading chefs. The news comes as the hotel enters the final stages of a multi-million-pound investment to all 271 bedrooms and suites; the Ballroom and 16 other private dining and event spaces; as well as creating The Refuge Public Bar & Dining Room, run by the … [Read more...]
First ever college hotel opens for business in Broadstairs
A unique new hotel which is owned and run by a further education college has opened its doors for the first time in Broadstairs. The Grade II Listed building which houses the 28 room hotel – named The Yarrow after shipbuilding magnate Sir Alfred Yarrow who built it in 1894 – was opened on July 25 following a multi-million pound makeover. The refurbishment transformed the … [Read more...]