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Eco-Conscious Element Kuala Lumpur Marks the Brand’s Debut in Southeast Asia, Raising the Bar for Longer Stay Hotel Experiences
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) announces the debut of the Element Hotels brand to Southeast Asia, with the opening of Element Kuala Lumpur. Designed by globally-acclaimed architects Foster+Partners the welcoming, open-planned studios along with the single and multi-room suites are ideal for larger groups and extended stay travellers.
Eco-Conscious Element Kuala Lumpur Marks the Brand’s Debut in Southeast Asia, Raising the Bar for Longer Stay Hotel Experiences
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) announces the debut of the Element Hotels brand to Southeast Asia, with the opening of Element Kuala Lumpur. Designed by globally-acclaimed architects Foster+Partners the welcoming, open-planned studios along with the single and multi-room suites are ideal for larger groups and extended stay travellers.
Ramesh Ganeson has been appointed as General Manager at Element Kuala Lumpur
The first Element Hotels in South East Asia, Element Kuala Lumpur is delighted to announce the appointment of Ramesh Ganeson as the General Manager.
Yusuf Yaran has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
Yusuf Yaran has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at the Shangri-Las Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa in Kota Kinabolu - Malaysia. He was most recently the Executive Chef in the same property. Yaran had previously held similar positions at Shangri-La Jakarta, Pudong Shangri-La Shanghai and Makati Shangri-La Manila. At Kota Kinabolu, he replaces Michael Wang who joined the Shangri-La Nanjing in China.
Michael Monks has been appointed as General Manager at Sunway Putra Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Sunway Hotels & Resorts, the hospitality division of Malaysian-based property-construction conglomerate Sunway Group, has announced the appointment of Michael Monks as General Manager for Sunway Putra Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Drawing on over 35 years of hospitality industry experience, Michael is responsible for the overall operations and business growth at Sunway’s 650-room hotel, strategically located opposite Kuala Lumpur’s Putra World Trade Centre (PTWC).
FCS Computer Systems Becomes First Company in Malaysia to be Awarded ‘Secured Software Assurance Certificate’
FCS Computer Systems (FCS), a leading comprehensive hospitality solutions and services provider, has become the first company with operations in Malaysia to be awarded the Secured Software Assurance Certificate by TÜV Nord and LE Global Services (LGMS). The certification recognizes FCS' successful efforts in securing its solutions to protect against data vulnerabilities and circumvent the ongoing threat of online security attacks.
CitizenM Hotel To Open In Kuala Lumpur In 2018
It was confirmed today that Kuala Lumpur will be the location of Asia's third citizenM hotel, as part of Artyzen Hospitality Group's plans to transform the hospitality experience for modern travellers. Scheduled for completion in Q2 2018, the citizenM Kuala Lumpur opening 2 will follow the inaugural citizenM in Asia, opening in Taipei Northgate in Q2 this year, and citizenM Shanghai Hongqiao, set to open in Q1 2018.
Michelle Caporicci has been appointed as Managing Director at The St. Regis Langkawi, The Westin Langkawi Resort and Spa, as well as The Langkawi International Convention Centre
Caporicci will lead strategic direction and overseeing the growth of The St. Regis Langkawi, The Westin Langkawi Resort and Spa, as well as The Langkawi International Convention Centre. In her most recent tenure as regional vice president, sales and marketing for The Ritz Carlton, Asia-Pacific, Caporicci oversaw 26 hotels in eight countries and opened nine hotels including The Ritz- Carlton, Kyoto and Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. With over 20 years of experience in various high profile positions, Caporicci began her career in 1995 as a catering manager for Long Beach Marriott Hotel and climbed through the ranks holding various roles in hotels across the US and Asia-Pacific.
IHG to Develop Crowne Plaza Hotel in Malaysia
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, announced the signing of a management agreement with Yuk Tung Properties Sdn. Bhd.to develop a 338-room Crowne Plaza hotel in downtown Kuala Lumpur.
Tane Picken has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Jen Penang by Shangri-la
Hailing from South Africa, Tane has been in the hospitality industry for 16 years and garnered valuable hotel management experience in almost 10 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, China, Singapore and the Middle East.
Thomas Gassner has been appointed as General Manager at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur
Thomas Gassner has been appointed general manager for Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara, which is scheduled to open in mid-2017. Prior to his new role, Gassner was the hotel manager of Pullman Jakarta Indonesia and Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana. A German native, Gassner has over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He joined AccorHotels in 2004 as F&B manager at Sofitel Munich Bayerpost and has held various senior management positions within the group.
Michael Delargy has been appointed as General Manager at Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Delargy to the position of General Manager. Delargy will be responsible for the strategic direction, guest satisfaction and day to day operations of the newly renovated 420-room hotel.
Michael Delargy has been appointed as General Manager at Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Delargy to the position of General Manager. Delargy will be responsible for the strategic direction, guest satisfaction and day to day operations of the newly renovated 420-room hotel.
Rachael Harman has been appointed as General Manager at Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu
Highly motivated, dynamic and results driven leader, Ms. Rachael Harman has been newly appointed as the general manager of Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu. In her new role, Rachael is responsible for all areas in the hotel including future development of associates, product improvement, financial performance and guest satisfaction.
Samuel Wong has been appointed as General Manager at St. Regis Kuala Lumpur Hotel and Residences
The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur Hotel and Residences is pleased to announce the new appointment of Samuel Wong as the General Manager. Comprising of 208 luxuriously appointed guestrooms and suites, and 160 exceptional residences, Samuel oversees all initiatives of the entire hotel operations to ensure expectations are met and service standards are delivered exceptionally.
Eco-conscious Element® Brand Debuts In Southeast Asia With The Signing Of Element Kuala Lumpur
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) today announced that it will introduce Element Hotels in Southeast Asia with the debut of Element Kuala Lumpur. Marriott International has finalised a management agreement with owner IB Tower Sdn Bhd and the newly built hotel is slated to welcome its first guests in March 2017.
Prakash Kumaran has been appointed as General Manager at Sunway Hotel Georgetown and Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya
Prakash Kumaran also brings over 25 years of hospitality experience to Sunway Hotels & Resorts. The Malaysian national joins as General Manager of Sunway Hotel Georgetown and Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya in Penang, Malaysia from his most recent role as the Cluster Pre-Opening General Manager for the 1,001-room NH Haikou Meilan International Hotel and the 334-room NH Sanya Phoenix International Hotel in Sanya, China; a joint venture project between NH Hotels together with the Hainan-based HNA Group’s subsidiary company, HNA Hospitality. Prakash also served as General Manager in a number of Tangla Hotels & Resorts and HNA Hotels & Resorts properties in China. Before China, Prakash held various rooms division management roles with numerous global hotel brands in Malaysia, Singapore and the United States.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur announced for Premier Golden Triangle Neighbourhood
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world's leading luxury hospitality company, and Venus Assets Sdn Bhd ("Venus"), an internationally renowned property developer, today announced plans for Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, set to open in early 2018. Located in the heart of the Golden Triangle neighbourhood, Kuala Lumpur's thriving business and financial district, the Hotel is part of a 65-storey mixed-use tower that will include 242 Four Seasons Private Residences, 27 serviced apartments, a 209-key Four Seasons hotel and a five-floor, 300,000 square foot (27,900 square metre) luxury retail podium, collectively known as Four Seasons Place Kuala Lumpur.
IHG Signs Management Agreement for New Holiday Inn & Suites in Penang, Malaysia
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with Exopuri Development Sdn Bhd to develop a new 288-room Holiday Inn & Suites on mainland Penang.