Briefing: China’s ground-breaking demand

The unrelenting growth of all industries in China is too much to ignore for the big hotel brands. Entering this market isn’t as simple as cut and pasting Western philosophies into the new cities. Strategic alliances need to be sought and alternative business techniques understood.

Of paramount importance is capitalising on a fast-growth market. Whether that be creating new brands or twisting existing ones, many brands are attempting to be malleable in this Chinese market.

In this briefing we hear from key experts on their thoughts about China. Including:

  • Ed Fuller, former President and Managing Director of Marriott International on the unprecedented growth in hotel development.
  • Yann Caillère, COO of Accor Hotels, on Accor’s strategy for tackling the Chinese market
  • Chris Boulton, CEO of yoo on demand for hotels, particularly branded ones.
  • And James Chappell, of Horwath HTL, on a different development perspective in Asia.

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Briefing: global market conditions for deal-activity

Confidence in the hospitality deal-making market seems to be picking up. The volume of deals has lagged in the past few years, but has hospitality finally turned a corner? Many believe the industry is now slowly picking up again. The relief for all is paramount.

What markets will see the quickest growth in activity? Have we seen the worst of a flat market? What are the market conditions required for deal-activity? These questions are all answered in this week’s briefing, including comment from:

  • Frank Croston, Partner at Hamilton Hotel Partners, on what markets he sees picking up first.
  • Peter Malone, Managing Director of Madison Mayfair, on deal-activity finally being seen in the marketplace.
  • Clive Hillier, CEO of Vision Hospitality Asset Management, on the market that is no longer falling.
  • And James Chappell, Global Marketing Director at Horwath HTL, on the continued need for confidence in the hospitality market.
 


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Briefing: the importance of design

It is clear that the emphasis placed on design and innovative features varies, depending on the type of hotel under construction. However, are consumers now placing more importance on hotel design in their buying patterns? Should investment into quirks and features be taken seriously by all or should it be limited to boutique hotels?

Finding the right balance is essential. An outdated hotel, in terms of features and aesthetics, can have a severely detrimental effect on a potentially returning customer.

In this week’s briefing we hear some differing perspectives on the role design plays in hotels. Including comment from:

  • Chris Boulton, CEO of yoo, on his belief that design is becoming very important across all aspects of hospitality.
  • Debrah Dhugga, Managing Director of Dukes Hotel talks about how her boutique hotel mixes vintage and contemporary design together.
  • Joe Stenson, of Queensway Group on his belief that location is much more important than the features of a hotel.
  • And Guus Bakker, of Frasers Hospitality on the new concept his company is bringing to the market.

 

 


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