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Accor extends the Orient Express legacy to large-format yachting

🛥 30 January 2025 marks the initial steel cutting for the Orient Express Olympian, a 220-meter vessel. Keel laying is scheduled for November 2025, with launch in April 2026 and delivery by April 2027. Its sister ship, Orient Express Corinthian, will begin sea trials in December 2025, launching Mediterranean and Caribbean itineraries in May 2026. This expansion aligns with Accor’s ultra-luxury strategy, including new hotels in Venice (April 2026) and Rome (2025).

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A new phase in Accor’s UK & Ireland development strategy

📈 Accor has appointed Graham Dodd on October 2023 as Vice President of Development for the UK and Ireland. This move aims to strengthen Accor's leadership in this key European market, supporting growth in its Premium, Midscale, and Economy brands. The appointment aligns with Accor's strategy to capitalize on the increasing interest from institutional investors in scalable, conversion-ready hotel platforms in the region.

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A new phase in Accor’s UK & Ireland development strategy

🏨 Accor has appointed Graham Dodd as Vice President of Development for the UK & Ireland, enhancing leadership to boost growth in its Premium, Midscale & Economy brands. This strategic move aligns with growing investor interest in scalable, conversion-ready hotel platforms in Europe.

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Why is Ghent gaining operator attention of Courtyard by Marriot?

🏨 Marriott International expands in Belgium with Courtyard by Marriott Ghent, a 125-room hotel. This new property caters to Ghent's rising corporate, tech, and academic sectors. It supports the shift towards midscale, efficient developments tailored for hybrid work, short business trips, and MICE demand.

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Behind Marriott’s move into Germany’s select-service segment

🌐 Marriott International, in collaboration with Signo Hospitality, plans to launch Fairfield by Marriott in Germany, targeting the select-service segment. The new hotel will open in Rheine by 2027, aligning with Marriott's strategy to grow in secondary cities with high potential.

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Clone of A new market entry signals Conrad’s next phase of growth

🏨 Athens, early 2026, The Ilisian, €340 million. A redevelopment of the former Hilton Athens, which closed in early 2022 after 60 years, will introduce the Conrad Athens. This new luxury hub will feature a mix of hotel accommodations, branded residences, and signature experiences.

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A new market entry signals Conrad’s next phase of growth

📍 The Ilisian's €340-million redevelopment of the former Hilton Athens marks a new luxury hospitality era. Closed since early 2022, this iconic building will reopen in early 2026 as Conrad Athens. This transformation will include hotel facilities, branded residences, and signature experiences, redefining Athens' upscale accommodation landscape.

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A new chapter for Clermont Hotel Group F&B strategy

🍴 Clermont Hotel Group has appointed Andy Goss as Group Head of Food & Beverage, aiming to enhance the F&B offerings across its 14 London hotels. His role is pivotal for improving guest experiences and establishing F&B as a key component for operational and commercial success.

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What role will Alexandra A. Jung play in Wyndham’s growth agenda?

🏨 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts appointed Alexandra A. Jung to its Board of Directors, enhancing governance as the company broadens its global reach and fine-tunes its asset-light strategy.

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A new Mediterranean entry point for Minor Hotels

📍 Minor Hotels, by the end of 2026 in Sliema, Malta, will open NH Collection Sliema, its inaugural hotel in the country. This new build will offer 268 rooms and suites in Sliema, a vibrant coastal city.

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Accor extends the Orient Express legacy to large-format yachting

A new phase in Accor’s UK & Ireland development strategy

A new phase in Accor’s UK & Ireland development strategy

Why is Ghent gaining operator attention of Courtyard by Marriot?

Behind Marriott’s move into Germany’s select-service segment

Clone of A new market entry signals Conrad’s next phase of growth

A new market entry signals Conrad’s next phase of growth

A new chapter for Clermont Hotel Group F&B strategy

What role will Alexandra A. Jung play in Wyndham’s growth agenda?

A new Mediterranean entry point for Minor Hotels

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Why Generative AI Is Finally Changing Revenue Management

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