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Langham Hospitality Group Announces Chef Michel Roux as Latest Langham Luminary in Global Brand Campaign

🍳 Michel Roux, renowned chef, was named Langham Luminary by Langham Hospitality Group for their campaign "Your Story. Our Legacy." in 2025. This campaign highlights influential figures in culture and gastronomy. Roux, celebrated for leading Le Gavroche to achieve the UK's first triple Michelin star distinction, has contributed significantly to The Langham, London, over a decade. A London culinary enthusiast, Roux draws inspiration from local spots like Trinity, Miel, and La Fromagerie.
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REAL's Slow Fermented Sparkling Tea Wins Gold at World Alcohol Free Awards and London Wine Competition

🍾 Founded by David Begg in 2017, REAL slow fermented sparkling tea is crafted at the Waddesdon Estate, Buckinghamshire. This alcohol-free beverage uses four natural ingredients, fermented like wine, creating a complex, layered flavor. The process takes several weeks, ensuring quality without additives. REAL has earned accolades, including Gold at the World Alcohol Free Awards, London Wine Competition, and Great British Food Awards. Each batch is personally tested by Begg, ensuring its premium taste and quality.
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63% of UK Hospitality Providers Report Increased Use of App Payments, Reflecting Growing Digital Demand

📱 In 2025, 50% of UK adults use mobile payments monthly, up from 34% in 2023. Lolly's research indicates that 63% of hospitality providers have seen increased app and mobile payments usage. The shift is driven by consumer demand for seamless digital interactions across QSR, restaurants, pubs, bars, and hotels. Post-pandemic, the hospitality sector is leveraging apps for competitive advantage, focusing on data-driven innovations to enhance customer experiences while maintaining personal service.
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Sticks'n'Sushi Achieves £104.8 Million Revenue in 2025, Opens First Scottish Restaurant in Glasgow

🍴 Sticks’n’Sushi, a Danish-Japanese restaurant group, reported £104.8 million in revenue for 2025, a 6% increase, while achieving £8.2 million in adjusted EBITDA. The company opened its first Scottish restaurant in Glasgow, marking its 31st location. Expansion continues in 2026 with a new restaurant in Manchester, totaling 32 locations, and plans to open in Prague, Birmingham, and Leeds. UK B2B and catering grew by 21%. The team comprises 1,400 employees across Denmark, Germany, and the UK.
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Starlink Expands to 11 New Airlines, Now Covering Over 7,000 Aircraft with High-Speed Connectivity

🚀 High-speed onboard connectivity is becoming a norm in private aviation, accelerated by SpaceX's Starlink, which offers low-latency internet. This year, Starlink added 11 airline customers and covers over 7,000 aircraft. Claudia Krajhanzl of Chapman Freeborn notes that while not yet universal, demand is rising, especially for long-haul flights. Connectivity impacts aircraft selection for business travel, enhancing productivity and comfort. Installation and certification processes influence the speed of adoption across different aircraft.
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Atlas Copco Launches ECO Controller™ to Enhance Energy Efficiency and Flexibility in Battery-Based Power Systems

🔌 Atlas Copco introduces the ECO Controller™ for energy management, enhancing efficiency and productivity on worksites. Built into battery-based energy storage systems, it optimizes energy via advanced data management. Improvements include better user experience, modular compatibility with brands like CAT and Cummins, and automatic calibration. The system supports multiple energy inputs, allows remote operation, and integrates with Fleetlink for fleet management. This scalable solution aims to decarbonize operations and significantly reduce costs.
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