Hyatt Hotels Corporation has finalised the $2 billion sale of its Playa real estate portfolio to Tortuga Resorts. The deal includes 14 all-inclusive properties across Mexico and the Caribbean. This move allows Hyatt to transition to a fully asset-light model for these locations while retaining long-term management rights. The transaction includes potential earnouts and a preferred equity stake for Hyatt. Proceeds will be used to reduce debt following the original acquisition of the assets.
Europi Property Group and Incus Capital have formed a strategic joint venture to expand the Portuguese logistics firm Ecologis across the Iberian Peninsula. The partnership aims to build a leading platform by acquiring at least €100 million of additional high-quality assets in Portugal and Spain. Since its launch in 2021, Ecologis has amassed a 160k sqm portfolio of 11 assets which are currently fully occupied.
Mah Sing Group Berhad and KLK Land have confirmed a major joint venture to develop a new industrial hub in Johor, Malaysia. The partners will transform 419.15 acres of freehold land in Kulai into the MS Industrial Park @ Kulai, a project with an estimated gross development value of RM2.26 billion. Mah Sing will hold a 60% stake in the venture and lead the development, while KLK Land retains 40%.
Crewstone International has announced a significant RM10 million investment into Zen Vision Group to support housing and property financing in Malaysia. Zen Vision, which has seen profits jump eightfold recently, will use the funds to deliver 71 upcoming projects. The deal follows a structured, milestone-based approach to ensure responsible growth. Both firms aim to provide more sustainable pathways for local homeownership through integrated property management and interior services.
New Murabba has formalised a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Municipalities and Housing to streamline urban development in Riyadh. The agreement covers land use integration, green space expansion and the adoption of global best practices for infrastructure. By aligning architectural identities and smart city strategies, the two bodies aim to deliver a sustainable modern downtown. The deal also focuses on traffic safety and community participation as part of the broader Saudi Vision 2030.
Marriott International is set to launch its EDITION brand in Africa following a deal with V&A Waterfront Holdings in Cape Town. The development, which includes a 142-room hotel and six exclusive private residences, is slated for completion in 2026. Designed by Neri & Hu and StudioMAS, the project will be located at the edge of the Granger Bay development.
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