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September 29, 2025

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Duravit and sieger design

📐 Duravit and sieger design have maintained a partnership since 1985, spanning over 40 years and resulting in over 25 collaborative projects. The acclaimed "Giamo" bathroom range debuted in 1987, followed by the enduring Happy D. range in 1999. Christian and Michael Sieger continued their father's legacy from 2003. In 2025, they unveiled a revamped D-Code line at ISH, emphasizing functionality and timeless design. Duravit CEO Stephan Tahy highlighted their shared values of long-lasting, accessible design.
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Q3 UK hotel investment volumes rise 28% YoY to over £1bn

💰 UK hotel investment reached £1.04bn in Q3 2025, a 28% year-on-year increase, led by London with £697m in transactions. Single asset transactions made up 92% of deals. Domestic owner-operators bought £1.2bn, up 77% on the 10-year average, while international asset managers purchased £734m, a 1,000% increase from 2024. Regional markets saw significant growth: Scotland at £316m (up 85%), South West at £180m (up 360%), and West Midlands at £256m (up 310%).
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Park Hyatt celebrates 45 years with new brand campaign

🏨 In 2025, Hyatt Hotels Corp. marks the 45th anniversary of its Park Hyatt brand. A new global marketing campaign, "Luxury is Personal," emphasizes refined service. Recent openings include Park Hyatt Marrakech in July 2024 with 130 rooms, Park Hyatt London in October 2024 with 203 rooms, and Park Hyatt Johannesburg in July 2025 with 31 rooms. Significant expansions are planned across Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Americas. Since 2017, Hyatt's luxury portfolio has grown by 146%.
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The Seaport Hotel appoints new GM

📋 Todd Gagnon, with over 20 years of leadership experience, is now the general manager of the Seaport Hotel in Boston, managed by CoralTree Hospitality. Previously, he was the resort manager at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club in Brewster, Mass., leading a team of 600. The Seaport Hotel, opened in 1998, offers access to Logan Airport and cultural sites. Gagnon aims to enhance the hotel's legacy with locally inspired guest experiences.
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Leading Hotels of the World selects Bridge Hospitality to offer interim GM services

🏨 Bridge Hospitality Partners (BHP) has been chosen by The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) as a preferred service provider from September 2025, aiding over 425 luxury hotels globally. BHP offers interim General Managers to uphold service and performance during leadership transitions. The service ensures stability, brand standards, and operational continuity for hotels in Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, reducing risks and maintaining guest satisfaction while permanent GMs are recruited.
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Auberge unveils new name and vision

🏨 Auberge Resorts is now Auberge Collection, reflecting its global expansion in luxury hotels, resorts, and residences. Recent openings include Collegio alla Querce in Florence and The Woodward in Geneva, with future sites planned in London, Dallas, Miami Beach, Houston, and Puerto Rico. In 2025, Travel + Leisure recognized 9 Auberge properties as No. 1 in their categories, with 15 on the Top 500 Hotels list. Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 awards ranked 20 properties among the world's best.
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Ivy Hospitality now managing Tudor Arms Hotel Cleveland

🏠 Ivy Hospitality assumed management of The Tudor Arms Hotel Cleveland, a DoubleTree by Hilton, in Cleveland's University Circle neighborhood. This 157-room hotel resides in a 12-story Gothic revival building, opened in 1933. It features European-style rooms, modern amenities, and The Tudor Bar & Grill. The building was recognized on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994 and added to the Historic Hotels of America list in 2015. Ivy Hospitality aims to honor its legacy while enhancing guest experiences.
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