IHG Hotels & Resorts has officially launched its Garner by IHG brand in Southeast Asia with the opening of the 153-room Garner Hotel Pattaya Central in Thailand. The brand focuses on delivering quality, affordable and "easy going stays" in central locations. Situated in the heart of Pattaya, the hotel is a two-hour drive from Bangkok and is steps away from Pattaya Beach and major shopping malls like Terminal21.
The launch of Peregrine Cold Logistics by Stonepeak signals a major new investment push into the temperature-controlled supply chain sector across Asia Pacific and the GCC. Peregrine, based in Singapore, is setting out to tackle the growing regional demand for modern, high-quality cold storage and logistics solutions, driven by factors like increasing urbanisation and shifting consumption patterns.
Travel technology company Amadeus is integrating SmartRyde, a leading Japanese provider of pre-booked airport transfers, into its platform. SmartRyde's service, which spans over 1000+ airports globally, will be available through Amadeus Transfers from next month. The initial launch will target travel sellers in Japan and South Korea. The partnership aims to simplify ground transportation, allowing travel agents to offer end-to-end itineraries.
Savills has appointed Neil Brookes as Executive Managing Director for Asia Pacific Capital Markets, based in Singapore. Mr. Brookes brings over 20 years of experience and has personally brokered more than $15 billion in cross-border deals. The firm is focusing its efforts on connecting international capital with high-growth specialist sectors, including Living and Data Centres.
Marriott International, Inc. has announced an agreement with Pacifica Hotels G.K. to introduce its midscale brand, City Express by Marriott, to Japan. The deal involves converting two existing hotels in Osaka, which are scheduled to reopen in 2026. The two properties will be named City Express by Marriott Osaka Namba South and City Express by Marriott Osaka Shin-Imamiya. The collaboration with Pacifica Hotels and AB Capital aims to capitalise on rising hotel rates and strong demand for quality, value-driven accommodation in Osaka. The properties are strategically located near major transit hubs for seamless travel across the Kansai region.
Maersk has officially opened its largest contract logistics facility in Asia Pacific, the Maersk Mega Distribution Centre (DC), which substantially increases its warehouse capacity in Malaysia. The facility spans nearly 180,000 square metres and offers 100,000 pallet positions for multi-client use, handling commodities like consumer goods and apparel. The site features state-of-the-art automation systems, including Autonomous Mobile Robots and an Automated Storage and Retrieval System, to ensure fast, accurate order fulfilment. The development aligns with Malaysia’s Logistics and Trade Facilitation Masterplan, aiming to establish the nation as the ‘Logistics Gateway to Asia’.
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