Philippine property giant Megaworld is expanding its hospitality arm, aiming for nearly 12,000 hotel rooms by 2032. The rollout covers key locations such as Palawan and Ilocos Norte alongside major urban hubs. To support this growth, the firm established Megaworld Global Hotels and Resorts, splitting management into two specialised groups. The strategic restructuring follows strong financial momentum, driven by rising revenues and new regional hotel openings.
Marriott International has partnered with Shanghai SIIC North Bund New Landmark Construction and Development Co., Ltd. to introduce the world's first urban Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Shanghai. Set to open in 2030 within a 480-metre high-rise in the North Bund district, the 110-room hotel will make Shanghai the only city to host all eight Marriott luxury brands.
Minor Hotels has announced plans to launch Avani Kota Kinabalu in the first quarter of 2027. The 352-key property will mark the introduction of the Avani brand to the Malaysian state of Sabah. Developed as part of The Logg Luyang project by KTI Landmark, the hotel will act as the hospitality anchor for the mixed-use scheme.
Vietnamese developer Sun Group and global hospitality giant Accor have signed a landmark agreement to expand their decade-long strategic partnership. The deal will add nearly 6,000 high-end hotel rooms and serviced apartments across Phu Quoc and Da Nang. Spanning mid-scale to luxury tiers, the expansion introduces several new lifestyle brands to Vietnam, significantly strengthening the country's premium tourism infrastructure ahead of major international events.
Rotana has signed a deal with Zawaya Properties Company to debut its branded residences segment in Saudi Arabia. Located in Makkah, the project will deliver 240 serviced hotel apartments within the SAR 26 billion Thakher development. The project targets growing demand from pilgrims and long-stay corporate travelers under the Saudi Vision 2030 tourism expansion strategy.
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has chosen Minor Hotels to manage the Sharjah Collection, a regional portfolio of seven eco-focused boutique properties. The international operator will integrate the coastal, desert and mountain retreats into its luxury network after a series of upgrades, boosting global reach while protecting local heritage.
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