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St. Regis Dubai, the Palm opens in Middle East
Marriott has welcomed the opening of the St. Regis Dubai, the Palm. Designed to feature a sophisticated aesthetic, the property balances local influences with the modern glamour.
Marriott attempts to quell growing robocaller concerns
Marriott International has filed a lawsuit in federal court in Virginia against the unknown perpetrators responsible for illegal and fraudulent “robocalls” misusing its name.
Marriott reports green shoots in China as losses continue
Marriott International has reported a net loss of $11 million for the first quarter of 2021, compared to a net income of $31 million for the same period of last year.
JW Marriott Madrid pencilled in for next year
Located in the central Plaza de Canalejas, JW Marriott Madrid will be developed by Millenium Hotels Real Estate as part of their lease agreement with a wholly owned subsidiary of Belagua.
Walia takes up new Marriott leadership role in Middle East
Marriott has announced the appointment of Sandeep Walia to the role of chief operating officer for the Middle East. He will replace Guido De Wilde in the role from June 1st.
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.
Marriott Executive Apartments City Center Doha takes brand into Qatar
Marriott Executive Apartments has announced its debut in Qatar with the opening of Marriott Executive Apartments City Center Doha. The location is owned by Al Rayyan Tourism Investment Company.
Marriott signs with Al Saedan for three Saudi properties
The multi-project agreement includes the country and territory’s first Renaissance Hotel, the world’s largest Aloft Hotel and a Courtyard by Marriott in the Holy City of Makkah.
David Marriott joins board at Marriott International
David Marriott joined Marriott International in 1999 and has held a number of operational roles during his tenure with the company. He is expected to become chairman of the company next year.
New development leadership for Marriott
Marriott has confirmed the appointments of Carlton Ervin as global development officer, international and Noah Silverman as global development officer, United States and Canada.
de Wilde to step down from Marriott role in Middle East
Marriott has announced that Guido de Wilde, chief operating officer for the Middle East will retire at the end of June. The hospitality veteran has enjoyed a 35-year career with the company.