Scandic to acquire the Dalata Hotel Group, Frasers Hospitality Trust to go private and more...

Scandic to acquire the Dalata Hotel Group
Thursday, 17th July 2025

Scandic has entered into an agreement with a consortium consisting of Pandox AB and Eiendomsspar AS to acquire the hotel operations of Dalata Hotel Group.

Upon completion of the Transaction, Scandic will add 56 new hotels to its portfolio with around 12,000 additional rooms and a further pipeline of approximately 1,900, mainly across Ireland and the UK >>

Frasers Hospitality Trust files for delisting to go private
17 Jul 2025 : Frasers Hospitality Trust has received approval-in-principle from the Singapore Exchange to delist, once the privatisation scheme becomes effective and binding >>

Las Vegas Sands breaks ground of its new resort and entertainment destination in Singapore
17 Jul 2025 : Las Vegas Sands marked a momentous milestone on Tuesday evening with the groundbreaking of its new US$8 billion ultra-luxurious resort and entertainment destination in Singapore, expanding its regional footprint and strengthening its commitment to the city state >>

UK could miss out on £319 Billion in sales without strategic business travel investment
17 Jul 2025 : Study shows modest increases in business travel spending deliver strong returns, with just £94 more per employee needed to reach optimal levels >>

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The New Face of Luxury: Why Understanding UHNW Clients Is No Longer Optional
Thursday, 17th July 2025

One of the most powerful transformations in the luxury world today is being driven not by products or brands, but by a generational shift in those who buy them. The new generation of ultra high net worth (UHNW) individuals is not only growing in number, it is rewriting the rules of the game >>

Don't Just Welcome—Farewell Well, It's Time to Focus on Last Impression
In the hotel industry, there has always been a strong focus on the check-in experience—greeting guests warmly and creating a positive first impression. One common and well-loved method is offering a 'welcome drink'. However, the importance of the checkout experience is often overlooked >>

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