Intercontinental Hotels Group News
voco brand to go global with launch in China and US
IHG created the new flag two years ago, focusing on conversion opportunities that combine the informality an independent hotel with the reassurance of a global brand.
Accor deal with InterContinental could lead to wave of consolidation
Rumours of a deal between the two giants could foreshadow a wave of mergers in the industry. The two giants have reportedly discussed the possibility internally, though no moves have been made.
Accor rumoured to be considering move for InterContinental Hotels Group
Reports of a potential merger between Accor and InterContinental Hotels Group continue to circulate this weekend - with any deal set to create the largest hospitality company in the world.
InterContinental sees revenue slump but remains optimistic
InterContinental Hotels Group saw revenue slump by 52 per cent in the first six months of financial 2020, with the hospitality giant bringing in just $488 million.
Hotel Indigo Larnaca opens in Cyprus
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has opened the first branded boutique hotel in Cyprus - Hotel Indigo Larnaca. Each of the 40 bedrooms is uniquely designed and inspired by Cyprus’s craft heritage with balconies overlooking the picturesque city.
Hotel Indigo Verona - Grand Hotel Des Arts opens in Italy
The famous opening lines from William Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo & Juliet’ continue to attract people from all over the world to Verona, Italy. The story of the star-crossed lovers is also an inspiration for the newest member of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Hotel Indigo brand.
Hygiene standards vital to rebuilding trust say industry leaders
Speaking at the new In Sync event from Questex, InterContinental Hotels Group chief executive, Keith Barr, has led calls for hotels to boost visible cleaning cues as a way of rebuilding trust with the consumer.
InterContinental Hotels launches Clean Promise
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has unveiled new, science-led protocols and service measures in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic, Ecolab and Diversey.
InterContinental Hotels Group saw global RevPAR fall by half in March
InterContinental Hotels Group has sought to reassure markets with news it has secured new financing arrangements to strengthen its liquidity position
Johannesburg property takes voco brand into Africa
InterContinental Hotels Group has signed voco, the Bank, Rosebank in South Africa in partnership with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa. voco combines the informality and charm of an individual hotel with the quality and reassurance of a global and respected brand.
New investment role for Carroll at InterContinental Hotels Group
InterContinental Hotels Group has appointed Steve Carroll to the role of senior vice president, capital investments and transactions, EMEAA and Greater China, with immediate effect.
AHIF 2019: IHG signs for ten new Africa properties with Aleph Hospitality
InterContinental Hotels Group has signed a master development agreement with Aleph Hospitality to develop ten franchise hotels in the midscale and upscale segments. The agreement was signed at the Africa Hotel Investment Forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.