
SWG3 gets go-ahead for massive Glasgow venture
SWG3 and partners Stallan-Brand have been given the go-ahead by Glasgow City Council to develop an ambitious new multi-purpose hotel project in the city’s Clydeside.

SWG3 and partners Stallan-Brand have been given the go-ahead by Glasgow City Council to develop an ambitious new multi-purpose hotel project in the city’s Clydeside.

With two openings in Brussels, Borealis Hotel Group has taken a further step towards building a significant portfolio of European branded hotels.

A new, dual branded hotel development in Georgetown signals Hilton’s arrival in the new hotel market of Guyana.

Melbourne is attracting more hotels and hotel brands, as the city’s attractions draw in ever more local and international visitors.

To the east of Europe, Romania is now opening up as a new destination for EU travellers, with hotel brands following the money.

Scandinavian operator Scandic Hotels is growing a second major brand for the group with its economy offering, Scandic Go.

Egypt is pushing to grow its tourism sector as a major economic driver, and outside its capital region, one area of focus is the country’s Mediterranean coastline where significant development is planned.

Choice Hotels has substantially added to its branded hotel portfolio in Japan, after master franchisee Choice Hotels Japan agreed a deal to reflag 22 hotels to its Comfort name.

IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its Caribbean presence into Turks & Caicos with three distinct luxury and lifestyle retreats.

Minor Hotels has announced a strategic addition to its pipeline in the UAE – a new resort and residences in Sharjah set to open in late 2027.

After a pandemic slowdown, branded hotel development is on the rise again, with major international chains accelerating their signings through 2023, with more openings planned in 2024

Radisson Hotels Group’s (RHG) upper upscale Radisson Blu Hotels & Resorts brand is continuing its global march, with Asia and Europe duking it out to be top in the development stakes.

IHG Hotels & Resorts is focusing on Asian additions to increase its Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts brand’s global presence by 20% over the next few years.