Following the recommendation from the Mayor’s office that London is to get a Night Time Economy Champion, the Night Time Industries Association organized a discussion to envision what the role might look like. They invited Mirik Milan, Night Mayor of Amsterdam; Lutz Leichsenring, Berlin Club Commission; and Laia Gasch, Special Advisor Deputy Mayor for Education & Culture, … [Read more...]
Starwood Hotels & Resorts expands Partnership with Design Hotels
From the annual International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM), Starwood Hotels & Resorts has announced an expanded partnership with Design Hotels AG, which consumers will see as an 11th Starwood brand. The move comes just seven months after Starwood launched its 10th brand, Tribute Portfolio. Since 2011, Starwood has been a majority but passive investor in the Berlin-based … [Read more...]
Serviced Apartment sector to be UK’s fastest growing hospitality segment
The serviced apartment sector is set to expand faster than any other segment of the UK hospitality market over the next two years according to new research from Savills and the Association of Serviced Apartment Providers (ASAP). The report forecasts a growth in supply of 8.4% per annum by the end of 2017 based on known planning consents, outpacing the 6% anticipated for budget … [Read more...]
John Forrest to join Greene King
Greene King has confirmed the appointment of John Forrest as chief operating officer for Greene King Retail, reporting to chief executive Rooney Anand. John, who was most recently at Whitbread as COO for Premier Inn, joins in January with operational and profit responsibility for the combined Greene King and Spirit managed estate. … [Read more...]
Galvin Restaurants launches HOP – a Galvin Pub de Luxe
This January, Michelin starred Galvin Restaurants will start 2016 with the launch of HOP, a Galvin Pub de Luxe on what is currently the site of Galvin Café A Vin in Spitalfields Market. A vibrant pub in the City, HOP will offer fresh unpasteurised Pilsner Urquell Tank Beer, a range of craft beers, a new menu featuring classic pub dishes and a range of premium hot dogs. HOP … [Read more...]