Korean Air further expands Northeast Asia network – Business Traveller
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Korean Air further expands Northeast Asia network – Business Traveller

SkyTeam member Korean Air is resuming and adding capacity on several routes to Northeast Asia amid thawing demand. Korean Air will resume its Busan-Shanghai Pudong and Jeju-Beijing routes with daily flights starting 1 July. Additionally, the Seoul Incheon-Hefei service will resume with five weekly services from 19 August, the Busan-Beijing route with six weekly flights…

The Access Group Expands in North America with Acquisition of Hotel Tech Specialist SHR Group

The Access Group Expands in North America with Acquisition of Hotel Tech Specialist SHR Group

LONDON, June 6 2024 – The Access Group, a $1.3bn+ business management software provider, has added global hotel and casino technology specialist SHR to its expanding AI-powered end-to-end platform for hotels. Access will pair SHR’s capabilities with those of Guestline, a Property Management Software (PMS) with customers across DACH and Europe, which it acquired last…

ITC’s Hotel Group expands in Rajasthan with Mementos Jaipur
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ITC’s Hotel Group expands in Rajasthan with Mementos Jaipur

ITC’s Hotel Group expands its footprint in Rajasthan with the inauguration of Mementos by ITC Hotels, Jaipur, marking its second Mementos property in India following Mementos Udaipur. Nestled amidst the majestic Aravalli hills, this new addition exemplifies the group’s asset right strategy, joining the 14 operating properties across various brands in the region, with more…

Hilton expands its India portfolio with the signing of its flagship brand in Gurugram
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Hilton expands its India portfolio with the signing of its flagship brand in Gurugram

Hilton has announced the signing of its flagship Hilton brand in Gurugram, part of India’s National Capital Region (NCR). In partnership with Baani Group, Hilton will develop the Hilton Gurugram Baani City Centre, set to open in late 2024. Located along Golf Course Extension Road, the hotel will be strategically positioned near key business districts,…

IHG Hotels & Resorts expands presence in Nepal with signing of Crowne Plaza Resort Nepalgunj
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IHG Hotels & Resorts expands presence in Nepal with signing of Crowne Plaza Resort Nepalgunj

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced a management agreement with Mansarovar Amusement Park & Resort to develop the Crowne Plaza Resort Nepalgunj in Nepal, set to open in early 2028. This new addition, featuring over 100 rooms, will enhance IHG’s expanding portfolio in the South West Asia region. Nepalgunj, located in the Banke District, is…

IHCL expands partnership with CG Hospitality to grow in the Indian subcontinent
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IHCL expands partnership with CG Hospitality to grow in the Indian subcontinent

IHCL announced a strategic partnership with CG Hospitality, extending its current association of TAL Hotels & Resorts Limited and Taj Safaris Limited to achieve a portfolio of 25 hotels by 2025. Ekyam, the platform will primarily pursue opportunities in destinations that offer adventure experiences across the Indian Ocean and Greater Himalayan regions and wildlife escapes….

SHR expands its Global Advisory Board, uniting industry leaders to strengthen innovation in the hospitality industry

SHR expands its Global Advisory Board, uniting industry leaders to strengthen innovation in the hospitality industry

Houston TX, April 25 2024 – Hotel technology specialist SHR has announced the expansion of its Global Advisory Board, strengthening its position as an innovation leader in the hospitality sector. The Global Advisory Board at SHR is a collective of senior executives across the hospitality landscape, chosen for their expertise and deep industry insights. This…

Air New Zealand expands Asia capacity – Business Traveller
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Air New Zealand expands Asia capacity – Business Traveller

Star Alliance member Air New Zealand has revealed updates to its capacity and network this summer, with the confirmed return of two routes, an extended pause on another, and additional capacity into other markets. The airline will return to Hobart and Seoul in October 2024 after both were paused over the New Zealand winter period….

Accor expands with 22 new hotels across the Asia-Pacific region – Business Traveller
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Accor expands with 22 new hotels across the Asia-Pacific region – Business Traveller

Accor has announced the signing of six new projects in the first quarter of 2024 in key markets across Asia. These recent signings include Pullman Living Bangkok Sukhumvit 16 and Pullman Residences Bangkok Sukhumvit 16, comprising a 200-key hotel and 225-key residential complex. The new property offers convenient access to Rama 4 Road, Ploenchit, Asok,…

HIVE expands into Saudi Arabia – Business Traveller
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HIVE expands into Saudi Arabia – Business Traveller

Hive, an innovative living solution tailored for young professionals, has announced a strategic expansion into the Saudi Arabian market through a partnership with Rafal Real Estate Development Company. Backed by ARM Holding, the new project follows HIVE’s success in the UAE. The new venture marks a major milestone in HIVE’s journey, and signifies the brand’s…