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IHG signs first avid™ hotel in Germany at IHIF 2019

The avid hotels brand was thoughtfully designed for travellers who want a hotel experience that meets their expectations for the type of hospitality they value most - the basics done exceptionally well at a fair price. The first avid hotel signed in Germany will be strategically located at Frankfurt Airport, the fourth-largest international airport in Europe and number 14 worldwide. The hotel will be a five-story, new-build hotel with 215 guest rooms and underground parking. Construction is planned to start later this year and the hotel is expected to open in 2021.

avid™ hotels
Frankfurt, Germany
Development Renovation

Union Investment and IHG invest EUR 60 million in modernising InterContinental® Berlin

The announcement coincides with the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin, Europe's most important hotel investment conference. The upgrade of the 558 luxurious guest rooms and the beautifully designed public areas of the hotel will cost around EUR 60 million. The hotel will remain open during the works, which will be managed to ensure a continued high level of hospitality and uninterrupted guest services.

InterContinental
Berlin, Germany
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Development Opening

Andaz Brand Debuts In Germany With Opening Of Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the official opening of Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor, the first Andaz branded hotel in Germany. Joining Andaz hotels in top destinations around the world, including New York, London, Amsterdam and Abu Dhabi, Andaz Munich Schwabinger Tor is the third Andaz branded hotel in Europe. The luxury lifestyle brand celebrates local culture, fully immersing guests in destinations through distinctive experiences that appeal to each of their senses. True to the brand, the hotel offers guests an unscripted Bavarian-inspired experience, allowing guests to feel like locals from the moment they arrive. The hotel is located in the Schwabing district, the cultural hub of the city and home to theaters, restaurants, and the renowned Englischer Garten.

Andaz
München, Germany
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Appointment

Hauke Lenthe has been appointed as Partner and Chief Commercial Officer at Neorcha

Neorcha, a leading technology solutions provider for the hospitality sector, has appointed Hauke Lenthe, as Partner and Chief Commercial Officer, to drive Neorcha's product growth strategy and further develop the company's current offering towards the international markets. An accomplished hospitality professional with over 20 years' experience in strategy, sales and marketing, Hauke is tasked with enhancing Neorcha's growth plans, with a focus on sales, marketing and increasing market share across its operations. "Hauke joins Neorcha with a strong track record in commercial strategy, marketing and business expansion, in both the Middle East and Europe. We look forward to leveraging the experience and expertise that Hauke offers and exploring new opportunities in the markets we operate in," said Rogerl El Khoury, Managing Director and Founder of Neorcha. Neorcha is a Saas Company that provides hotels with fully integrated digital guest services to simplify processes, increase revenue and drive engagement during mobile guest journeys. Since joining Neorcha, Hauke is focused on expanding the digital transformation to hotels to enable mobile guest services that facilitate greater levels of engagement in the customer journey. "Neorcha is recognized as a leader in hospitality technology solutions and I am very excited to be joining the company at a time when it is experiencing substantial demand for its integrated digital solutions," said Hauke. "Research reveals that more than 60 percent of hotels have no mobile functionality, and that only 40 percent of hotels employ guest-facing technology, despite the demands for both. Now is the time to overhaul legacy systems in place and achieve true integration," Hauke added. Prior to joining Neorcha, Hauke worked for Shiji Group and iBAHN, where he led the development of sales strategies and marketing efforts to firmly establish business operations and enable business growth.

NEORCHA sarl
Germany
Development Renovation

Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich launches Royal Wing

From its inception, the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich has had a strong royal connection. During the year of its 160th anniversary, and a decade after the introduction of Munich's most spectacular suite - the Ludwig Suite - the Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten has secured the grand hotel's prime position in the luxury market with the creation of a royal wing. The central focus is the property's third presidential suite - the Maximilian Suite - in which celebrated architect Colin Finnegan combined ultimate luxury with the finest of artisan craft. The magical terrace of the Maximilian Suite is located on one of the highest points in Munich's old town, where guests have a prime view over seven of city's most magnificent buildings.

Kempinski
München, Germany
Appointment

Alexander Knoedel has been appointed as Director of Sales at dailypoint

dailypoint™, the leading central data management platform, has announced the appointment of seasoned veteran, Alexander Knoedel as Director of Sales. In this role, Alexander will enhance the dailypoint™ sales efforts internationally. He brings a wealth knowledge and experience, having worked for more than seven years at MICROS / Oracle Hospitality. Having also worked within hotels, as GM of four-star superior Obermühle Boutique Resort and as Marketing & IT Manager at the Best Western Premier Hotel Obermühle, so he understands the current demands and technology needs of current hoteliers.

dailypoint
Germany