Talaat Moustafa Group has unveiled "The Spine," a landmark cognitive city project in Egypt. Launched alongside Prime Minister Dr Mostafa Madbouly, the EGP 1.4 trillion development integrates artificial intelligence with urban living. The project aims to contribute 1 per cent to Egypt’s GDP and create 155,000 jobs. It features a Special Investment Zone designed to attract global corporations through digital infrastructure and simplified regulations.
The Halan AZ Real Estate Investment Fund has fully closed its first hospitality tranche, marking a successful entry into Egypt’s income-generating asset market. Partnering with Brassbell Hospitality Group, the fund is converting heritage buildings in Cairo into institutional-grade assets. With plans to develop 700 keys in 2026, the project aligns with national goals to expand tourism capacity following record-breaking sector revenues in 2025.
Minor Hotels is set to debut its premium Colbert Collection brand in the UK with the opening of The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London in late 2026. Located in a historic Grade II listed former bank on Piccadilly, the five-star boutique property will feature 50 luxury rooms. The project marks the first European venture for the Royal Group of Companies Singapore and aims to blend heritage architecture with high-end hospitality.
Minor Hotels has confirmed the signing of two new Anantara properties in India, marking a major step in its regional growth. The expansion includes the brand’s first Indian resort in the Western Ghats and its debut urban hotel in Kolkata. These developments are part of a wider plan by the global group to reach a target of 50 properties across the country within the next decade.
Marriott Bonvoy has expanded its Singapore presence with the opening of Varel Singapore, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Located in the Selegie district, the 128-room boutique property occupies the former site of Selegie Centre. Designed by FDAT, the hotel blends heritage-inspired architecture with modern amenities, featuring a rooftop infinity pool and four unique dining venues that celebrate the local arts and culture scene.
Minor Hotels has launched the Colbert Collection, a new global premium brand debuting in Italy in spring 2026. Inspired by iconic European bistros, the collection focuses on independent hotels that prioritise cultural and culinary expression. This move marks a shift towards asset-light growth, allowing independent owners to access global distribution systems while maintaining their unique local identity across future sites in the UK, Spain, Austria and the UAE.
![[IRHM] logo](https://irhmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IRHM-AWARDS-2025-1024x683.jpg)
