The Ascott Limited has strengthened its European presence with seven new property signings across Vienna and Seville, totalling nearly 1,100 units. The move deepens the group’s partnership with VIE Trust Real Estate Group and expands its footprint in Spain with its first resort project in Seville’s Lagoon City.
Rocco Forte Hotels has appointed new General Managers in Rome, Brussels, Florence, and Munich, while Managing Director Francesco Roccato prepares to lead the opening of The Carlton Milan this November.
NUMA Group has launched ‘Native by Numa’, a new premium lifestyle hospitality brand, as part of its multi-brand expansion across Europe. Targeting cities such as Rome and Paris, the brand aims to blend high-touch service with NUMA’s digital operating model to deliver authentic, design-led stays for modern travellers.
Hilton has signed an agreement to build Europe’s largest Hampton by Hilton and Manchester’s first Motto by Hilton. The two projects, set to open in 2026 and 2027, will bring over 500 new rooms to the city, strengthening Manchester’s position as one of the UK’s busiest hospitality markets.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the U.S. launch of Ruby Hotels, its 20th global brand, bringing its successful European “urban micro” concept to major city markets with a focus on stylish, compact design and efficient development opportunities.
Dave’s Hot Chicken partners with UK-based Azzurri Group to launch 180 restaurants across Europe, following a successful UK debut and rapid global expansion.
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