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Poirson appointed chief sustainability officer with Accor
Brune Poirson will report directly to Sébastien Bazin, chief executive of the company, and will become a member of the executive committee. She will start in May.

Gurnani to lead Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers
In his new role, Mohit Gurnani will be responsible for overseeing the full management and operations of the hotel in Dubai as it continues to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

INNSiDE by Meliá Qujiang Xian signed in China
Meliá Hotels International has continued to maintain its strategic growth in China with the announcement of the new INNSiDE by Meliá Qujiang Xian. The property is expected to open by 2025.

Palmer to lead the Beaumont Hotel in London
The Beaumont Hotel has announced the appointment of Nicholas Soames as its chairman, and Duncan Palmer as its new managing director.

Kingston 1 prepares for official July opening
New hotel, neighbourhood restaurant and bar the Kingston 1 has announced its planned official opening in July, following a soft launch coming out of government restrictions from May 17th.

Briet appointed EMEA chief development officer with Marriott
Marriott has announced the appointment of Jerome Briet as chief development officer for Europe, Middle East and Africa. The division encompasses over 75 countries and territories.

Marriott Bonvoy partners with Uber in United States
Available across the United States, members who link their Marriott Bonvoy and Uber accounts in the Uber app will automatically start earning points on all qualifying transactions.

Preferred Hotel Group launches Beyond Green to travellers
The brand invites travel advisors to discover and plan adventures for their clients that align with sustainable travel values and aspirations through a variety of intuitive platforms, tools and experiences.

The St. Regis Dubai, the Palm to open next month
Situated in the Palm Tower, on the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, the property will offer 264-rooms, all with stunning views over the surrounding city.
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HVS: Hotel deals set for recovery after 2020 slump
Total European hotel transaction volume fell by 69 per cent in the year of the pandemic following a record high the previous year when €27 billion-worth of hotel deals were struck.

Palace Hotel Tallinn joins Radisson Individuals
Built almost 100 years ago and respectfully renovated, this monument of national architectural heritage becomes the first Radisson Individuals property in the Baltic region.

Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne to open in May
Situated at the meeting point of Spencer and Bourke Streets in the central business district, the 172-room premium hotel promises to indulge and delight guests.