Banyan Group and Mandai Wildlife Group marked a major milestone on 26 November with the Grand Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam officiated the grand opening, inaugurating the resort's Wishing Wall and previewing Banyan Group's inaugural Rainforest Festival, which opens to the public today.
Mondrian Singapore Duxton welcomes Damien Marchenay as its new General Manager, a seasoned hotelier whose career marries creative instinct, academic depth, and a people-first leadership philosophy. His appointment marks an exciting next chapter as Mondrian continues to shape itself as Duxton's cultural anchor and one of Singapore's most dynamic lifestyle hotels.
Marriott International Inc. is pleased to announce the expanded role of Silvio Rosenberger, who will assume the position of Market Vice President for Maldives, effective 1 January 2026. In this expanded capacity, Silvio will oversee the company's growing portfolio and strategic operations across the Maldives, while continuing in his current role as Vice President of Operations, Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC), based in Singapore. Marriott currently operates 11 properties across 9 brands in the Maldives, with additional projects in the pipeline.
Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality executive, Alan Chin, as Managing Director for Greater China and Mongolia and General Manager of KEY International Hotels Management Co. Ltd, in a move to strengthen the group's presence and accelerate growth in one of its most dynamic markets. In this role, Alan will join Kempinski's Group Executive Committee and oversee the brand's operations and development across the region, driving expansion and supporting the company's ongoing business transformation.
Aravest, Hilton (NYSE: HLT), and Wee Hur Property Pte. Ltd., subsidiary of Wee Hur Holdings Ltd. (SGX: E3B), today announced a landmark agreement to bring the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to Singapore with the reimagining of Hotel Miramar at Robertson Quay, introducing the award-winning brand's signature warmth and hospitality to one of Asia Pacific's leading business and tourism destinations. Scheduled to open in 2026, the 344-key riverfront property will mark DoubleTree by Hilton's debut in Singapore, combining Hilton's global hospitality expertise with Aravest's hospitality real estate investment and asset management strategy and Wee Hur's long-standing development capabilities in Singapore.
Carlton City Hotel Singapore is delighted to announce the appointment of Douglas Glen as General Manager, marking his return to the hotel after previously leading the team through the challenging pandemic period.
Sunset Hospitality Group proudly announces the opening of METT Singapore, the brand's flagship property in Asia Pacific and one of the year's most anticipated hotel debuts. Nestled within the lush, historic grounds of Fort Canning Park, METT Singapore introduces Sunset's signature mix of style, warmth and culinary flair to create a destination where heritage meets high energy, social connections are celebrated, and next generation wellness is embraced.
Marriott International Inc. today announced the appointment of Gautam Bhandari as Chief Development Officer, Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC). He will assume the role on January 1, 2026. With over two decades of proven leadership across markets and disciplines, Gautam brings the vision and expertise to drive Marriott International's continued growth and development momentum across the APEC region.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) today announced a milestone in its sustainability journey, with Holiday Inn Express Singapore Clarke Quay becoming the first IHG hotel in Asia to join IHG’s Low Carbon Pioneer hotel programme. IHG’s Low Carbon Pioneers is a growing global community of IHG properties that are energy efficient, have no fossil fuels combusted on-site* and are backed by renewable energy.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has signed a franchise agreement with Worldwide Hotels (WWH), Singapore's largest home-grown hotel group, to introduce Days Inn by Wyndham Singapore Novena.
Melissa brings more than 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality and a deep understanding of the Asia market. Most recently, she served as Global Account Director, Luxury Sales at Marriott International, where she developed and managed strategic relationships with travel agencies worldwide to support sales and revenue growth. Prior to that, she has overseen sales strategies for brands including The Leading Hotels of the World and YTL Hotels. Based in Singapore, Melissa will develop a travel agency portfolio and manage relationships with agency and trade partners across Asia to support The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's expansion in this key market.
Carlton Hotel Singapore is pleased to announce the appointment of Niall Cowan as its new General Manager, bringing with him more than two decades of international experience in luxury hospitality across Asia, Africa, and Europe.
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott International's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces that, as of today, The Laurus, a Luxury Collection Resort, joins the prestigious The Luxury Collection brand as the first property in Singapore. Situated in Singapore's first integrated resort - Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), guests are invited to embark on an extraordinary journey of discovery rooted in Singapore's heritage, tropical charm with historic colonial elegance, rich biodiversity, and culinary tapestry, immersing themselves in an exclusive sanctuary where refined comfort meets unparalleled exclusivity.
From 15 – 17 October 2025, the global travel technology community will gather at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore (Level 1, Hall B) for Travel Tech Asia 2025. Co-located with ITB Asia and MICE Show Asia, the event unites the brightest minds, pioneering technologies, and most influential leaders in the travel and tourism sector. Over three days, executives, innovators, and thousands of attendees will meet to showcase solutions, forge partnerships, and shape the future of how the world travels.
JW Marriott Singapore South Beach is pleased to announce the appointment of Karl Hudson as General Manager. Having overseen the opening of more than 80 hotels during his career with Marriott International, Hudson brings global leadership expertise with strategic vision and operational rigour to one of Singapore's most design-forward hotels.
Reddie joins the team as the group opens an office in Singapore to support its growth in the region. Previously CCO at Chedi Hospitality, Reddie has 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including senior roles with Emirates Airlines, Jumeirah Group, and Rosewood Hotels & Resorts.
Far East Hospitality has announced the retirement of its Managing Director, Mr. Arthur Kiong for 31 December 2025. Mr. Kiong, previously Chief Executive Officer, will hand over the role of Managing Director to its Deputy Managing Director, Mr. Mark Rohner and assume the role of Consultant from 1 January to 30 April 2026. These changes are part of Far East Orchard’s strategic succession planning for sustainable long-term growth.
Global Asset Solutions is to reopen an office in Singapore following its merger with local hotel asset management group, Perceptions Hospitality.
Capella Hotel Group has appointed a new General Manager to lead a key property across its Asian portfolio, bringing an experienced hospitality professional to Capella Singapore.
Sentosa Cove is set to step into a bold new era this October as it lifts the curtain on its newly reimagined rooms and suites, with the full collection of rooms to be ready by year's end. Here, the cadence of the everyday flows unencumbered—from languid wellness rituals to the island's bursts of unfiltered energy through music and art. The transformation—on the heels of a phased renewal of SKIRT, the hotel's signature open-fire restaurant, the Great Room and Studios (meeting rooms), AWAY Spa, WET Deck and social spaces such as the Living Room and W Lounge—embodies the brand's new "Luxury, Liberated" ethos. It reflects a free-spirited vision of modern luxury where Connectors of all ages can be as they are, and pursue what they want, whenever they want.