Accor Hotels News
Brighter Group wins new Accor PR role
Accor has appointed the Brighter Group, a Finn Partners Company, to implement its UK PR strategy. The deal will cover three of the giant’s hotel brands: ibis, Novotel and Mercure. The three hotels account for 238 of more than 260 hotels in the UK.
SHIC 2020: Accor reaffirms commitment to Saudi development
Accor will be highlighting its role as a pioneer of new lifestyle experiences during the second Saudi Arabian Hospitality Investment Conference. The event takes place this week in Riyadh.
Accor completes five-year asset-light roadmap
Hotel giant Accor has announced the disposal of Orbis, restructuring of Mövenpick hotels’ lease portfolio and a €1 billion shareholder return program as it completes a long-term overhaul of its operations.
Mackay Marina Hotel opens in Queensland, Australia
Accor has further increased its footprint in the central Queensland market having acquired a franchise agreement with Mandala Asset Solutions for their recently purchased Mackay Marina Hotel.
Fairmont Windsor Park set to open in late 2020
Accor and Arora Group have announced the signing of a prestigious luxury hotel, Fairmont Windsor Park. The hotel is currently undergoing a substantial multi-million-pound redevelopment and is set to open in the second half of 2020.
Accor signs key partnership with Alibaba to grow China presence
Accor and Alibaba Group have announced a strategic collaboration to develop a series of digital applications and loyalty programs over the next five years.
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa Resort opens to first guests
Set amid 18 hectares of lush tropical flora and fauna on the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Pullman Maldives Maamutaa Resort has opened its doors as the first Pullman property in the Maldives.
Accor signs to debut MGallery brand in Saudi Arabia as tourism push continues
Accor has signed a landmark agreement to debut MGallery, its boutique experience-led hotel brand, in Saudi Arabia’s premier heritage destination, Al Ula.
Official re-opening party held at Raffles Singapore
The iconic hotel marked the start of a new chapter with a traditional lion dance ritual, followed by a commemorative ribbon cutting ceremony. The hotel is owned by Qatar-based Katara Hospitality and managed by Accor.
Pullman Melbourne on Swanston opens in Australia
A $30 million investment to transform an existing property into a brand-new Pullman hotel, the first for Melbourne’s central business district, has been officially unveiled.
Accor to open 13 ibis budget hotels in Singapore
Accor will unveil 13 new ibis budget hotels in Singapore after inking a deal with Global Premium Hotels. The hotels, rebranded from existing Fragrance hotels, will be progressively available for booking through the company’s distribution network commencing from this month.
New director of sales for Molitor, Paris
Molitor has appointed Laura Cuinier to the role of director of sales. She brings extensive sales experience with a focus on MICE, leisure and corporate clients, and business development with a particular focus on the UK, French and US markets.