Corina Duma - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 13

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Capella Hotel Group Appoints Christian Westbeld as Regional GM for Southeast Asia, Overseeing Key Properties

🏨 Christian Westbeld appointed as regional GM for Capella Hotel Group in Southeast Asia, managing properties in Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Capella Singapore, featuring 113 rooms and historic colonial buildings, is his primary focus. With 25 years of experience, Westbeld previously led Raffles Singapore's restoration. In September 2025, Capella revamped leadership with key appointments, aligning with its strategy to double its portfolio by 2030 under new president Roland Fasel, appointed in March 2026.

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Joe Margison Named CEO of Virgin Hotels Collection to Oversee Global Expansion of 16 Properties

📋 Joe Margison has been appointed CEO of Virgin Hotels Collection, leading the expansion of its 16 properties across the US, Caribbean, Africa, and Europe. Margison, who joined Virgin Group in 2015 and served as interim CEO since October 2025, will oversee new sites in Atlanta and Marrakech in 2027. Virgin Hotels aims for significant growth, inspired by a 40% headcount increase at Virgin Orbit. Strategic leadership appointments were made in July 2024 and February 2023.

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Radisson Hotel Group Opens 100-Room Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside, Expanding Presence on French Riviera

🏖 Radisson Hotel Group opened the 100-room Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside on Avenue du Docteur Raymond Picaud, France. The hotel offers four room categories and facilities like La Palma Restaurant, a pool, and meeting rooms for 150 guests. This opening strengthens Radisson's presence on the French Riviera, aligning with plans to expand with over 37,000 rooms in Europe. In January 2026, Radisson also opened a 305-room hotel at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, highlighting its focus on business and leisure travel markets in France.

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Britannia Hotels Appoints New Board as Sales Surge 300% and Profits Rise to £39.3 Million

🏨 Britannia Hotels, founded in 1976, announces a new board of directors including Simon Powell, Helen Rees, Prakash Sivarajan, and Paul Streets. As the company nears its 50th anniversary, they focus on investments in refurbishments and technology. In April 2024, pre-tax profits rose 18% to £39.3 million, with a 31.3% turnover increase. In June 2023, sales soared by 300% for the financial year ending March 2022. Their strategic growth includes a £12.5 million acquisition in June 2015.

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Tokyu Hotels Partners with Global Sustainable Tourism Council to Enhance Sustainability Practices in Japan and Beyond

📍 Tokyu Hotels and Resorts signed an agreement with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council to promote sustainable practices. The memorandum of understanding adopts international sustainability standards, aiming to enhance environmental, social, cultural, and economic sustainability in its operations. The partnership will include training seminars and workshops for employees and suppliers in Japan and internationally. Takashi Takei, Tokyu Hotels' president, and Randy Durband, GSTC's CEO, expressed commitment to advancing these initiatives.

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Christie and Co's 2026 Report: UK Hotel Market Stabilises with £1.95bn Transaction Volume in First Half

📅 The UK hotel market in 2026 saw £1.95bn in transaction volume, with 82% from single assets. Domestic tourism dominates, with 80.5% of stays for one night. Despite cost-of-living pressures, October and December saw strengthened trip intentions. London is stabilizing, while Edinburgh and Glasgow lead in growth. Labour costs pressure profits, with a 15% drop in insolvencies from January to April 2026. Domestic capital accounted for 67% of investments, indicating resilience and a shift towards total revenue strategies.

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Pemako Hotels to Complete Full Renovation of Thimphu Property by End of 2027 with P49 Design's Lead

🏨 Pemako Hotels plans to complete the renovation of its Thimphu property by 2027, led by P49 Design, with updates including redesigned bedrooms and traditional Bhutanese decor. The company opened Pemako Punakha in September 2023, featuring 21 villas on 60 acres, designed by Bill Bensley. A third hotel in Paro is planned for 2029, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group.

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Booking.com Facilitated €691bn in Economic Activity Across Europe in 2025, Supporting 4.7 Million Jobs

🌎 In 2025, Booking.com facilitated €691bn (£595bn) in economic activity in Europe, per Oxford Economics. Tourists spent €291bn (£250bn), aiding hospitality, transport, and retail, while sustaining 4.7 million jobs and €175bn (£150bn) in wages. Findings were shared at VivaTech in Paris on June 18. Booking.com CEO Glenn Fogel emphasized travel's economic impact in Europe, while Oxford Economics' David Goodger highlighted widespread benefits across various sectors.

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Minor Hotels Appoints Tamer Khedr as Managing Director for Egypt to Lead Planned 50-property Expansion

🏨 Minor Hotels appoints Tamer Khedr as managing director for Egypt, leading expansion plans from within the country. Khedr, formerly CEO of DO Hotels, will report to Dubai. The role coincides with the launch of Anantara Somabay Resort and a strategic partnership with Sunrise Resorts, aiming to develop up to 50 hotels and cruises over 10 years. Egypt is a key market for Minor Hotels, reflecting its long-term commitment to the region.

Maybourne Hotel Group Expands Flexjet Partnership to Offer Complimentary Helicopter Transfers for Suite Guests at London Airports

🚀 Maybourne Hotel Group, in partnership with Flexjet, offers complimentary helicopter transfers for suite guests arriving at London airports, including Farnborough, Biggin Hill, Luton, and Stansted, starting 2024. The service, initially launched at The Emory, is now available for Claridge’s, The Connaught, and The Berkeley suite guests. Helicopter transfers reduce travel time by over an hour. A chauffeur fleet is also provided from the Battersea heliport. This expansion builds on a five-year partnership.

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