La Tribune de l’Hôtellerie, auteur/autrice sur Le 10 Minutes Hôtelier - Page 229

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Otto voyages d’affaires, lève des fonds auprès des ténors du secteur et des fondateurs d’Expedia, Egencia, Concur et Orbitz

💸 Otto, an AI-based autonomous travel agent startup for business travelers, raised $6 million in seed funding led by Madrona Ventures, with contributions from Direct Travel and angel investors from the business travel sector. Key participants include former CEOs Erik Blachford of Expedia, Barney Harford of Orbitz, Hugh Crean of Farecast, and Michael of Operix. Otto aims to plan, book, and assist travelers during their journey, focusing on unmanaged business travelers and integrating with major providers like Spotnana and Direct Travel. Steve Singh, founder of SAP Concur and Madrona director, closely developed Otto and will serve as Executive Chairman.

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Nomination, Monde | L’ex-PDG d’IHG, Keith Barr, rejoint le conseil d’administration de MGM Resorts International

🏨 Keith Barr, ex-CEO of IHG Hotels & Resorts with over 30 years of industry experience, has been appointed to MGM Resorts International's board as its 12th member. Barr led IHG from 2017 to 2023, spearheading revenue-boosting innovations, operational efficiencies, and a customer-centric culture shift. Paul Salem, MGM's board chairman, praises Barr's leadership and innovative skills. MGM CEO Bill Hornbuckle welcomes Barr's expertise for delivering world-class customer experiences.

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Allemagne | Hilton prolonge au Hilton Munich Park Hotel, rénovation en vue !

🏠 Hilton Munich Park will close in January 2025 for redevelopment and is set to reopen in 2029. Hilton will maintain management following renovations by owners Commerz Real AG and Hines as part of the mixed-use Tucherpark project in Munich. This circular urban project will blend residential, commercial, office, and hospitality spaces, creating a dynamic new destination and community. Hilton Munich Park, having been a prime location since the Munich Olympics, is adjacent to one of the world's largest urban parks.

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Nomination, Monde | Le ‘boss’ de la marque W, George Fleck, ajoute à sa collection la marque Edition Hotels (Marriott)

🏨 Marriott International's EDITION Hotels, in partnership with Ian Schrager, appoints George Fleck as Senior Vice President/Global Brand Leader. Fleck, with over 20 years at Marriott and nearly 15 at Starwood Hotels & Resorts, previously managed brand, marketing, and sales across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. He oversaw St. Regis Hotels & Resorts (over 50 properties) from 2020 to 2023, following a role with Westin, Le Meridien, Renaissance (2016-2020). EDITION recently launched its 20th hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with upcoming openings in Lake Como, Dali, and the Red Sea in 2025.

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Investissements ????????| Rahul Ghai, DG de l’australien Salter Brothers « Au Japon, notre priorité sera de mettre en place et de construire un portefeuille d’hôtels d’affaires »

📌 Salter Brothers, managed by CEO Rahul Ghai, after 10 years investing in Australian hotels since its inception in 2014, now expands into Asia, notably Japan, focusing on business hotels and ryokan. With nearly AUD 4 billion assets under management, about 85% in real estate, the firm leverages institutional capital and targets value-added transactions, including rebranding and potential repositioning to enhance performance for clients. Founders Paul and Rob Salter bring expertise in hospitality, corporate advisory, and asset allocation.

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Australie | Avec l’ouverture de l’Adelaide Marriott Hotel, une 600e unité pour Marriott en Asie-Pacifique hors Chine

🏨 Adelaide Marriott Hotel, housed behind the 150-year-old General Post Office (GPO) façade, features a 14-story tower with 285 rooms, including 12 suites with stunning city views. Marriott Hotels, established in 1957 and part of Marriott International, opened its first APEC region hotel in Sydney in 1989. Now, there are over 50 Marriott hotels operating and about 40 in development in APEC. The Adelaide Marriott Hotel signifies the brand's 600th establishment in the region, with nearly 400 properties under construction, showcasing Marriott's robust growth and hospitality legacy.

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Ouverture, Japon | Un premier Banyan Tree japonais avec l’ouverture du Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

🌱 Designed by famous architect Kengo Kuma, the Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto merges with its natural environment, blending traditional Japanese construction techniques with contemporary elements. Banyan Tree Holdings Limited (SGX: B58), an independent international hotel company, boasts over 80 hotels, more than 60 spas, and over 20 branded residences in over 20 countries. The group, which includes 12 global brands and the flagship Banyan Tree, is dedicated to sustainable travel and regenerative tourism.

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Projet hôtelier, Nouvelle-Zélande | Millennium & Copthorne Hotels NZ (MCK) se projette à Whangarei

🏦 Stuart Harrison, CEO of MCK, has confirmed MCK's intent to purchase land for a new four-star international hotel in Northland, citing a feasibility study that shows sufficient market demand. The hotel's construction is planned for the upcoming years, aiming to boost regional tourism and the MICE segment before building to ensure year-round operation and market segment diversity. The land purchase is expected to finalize by August 29, with MCK using its own cash reserves for the acquisition. MCK continues exploring further opportunities across New Zealand.

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Disparition | Décès de Jean-Pierre Bansard, fondateur du groupe Cible

🏦 Jean-Pierre Bansard, born in 1940 in Oran, Algeria, moved to France in 1962 and founded Bansard International at Orly Airport in 1963. In 1984, he introduced factory outlets in France by creating 11 Usines Center. By 1985, he established Compagnie Internationale Bansard Liagre Entreprises (CIBLE) and appointed Évelyne Renaud-Garabedian as CEO. In 1986, he acquired Drouant restaurant and its building. In 1989, Bansard bought the iconic Paul-Bert and Serpette markets in Saint-Ouen, featuring 420 stands.

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Tendance | À Londres, le très exclusif The Emory (Maybourne) et Flexjet innovent et offrent le transfert en hélicoptère

🏨 The Emory, London's first all-suite hotel, opened in May and offers 61 suites over nine floors including a 300-square-meter glass penthouse. Part of the Maybourne Hotel Collection, it introduces a new standard of service with exclusive rooftop bar access, cigar merchant services, Surrenne wellness club membership, Emory assistant personal services, hotel car usage, and a pioneering partnership with Flexjet for complimentary, seamless helicopter transfers from London's top private jet terminals.

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