Lagos Business School (LBS) has appointed Jameel Verjee, founder and CEO of CityBlue Hotels, to its advisory board for the LBS Hospitality Initiative. This partnership aims to foster the growth of Nigeria and Africa’s hospitality sector by leveraging CityBlue’s expertise and LBS’s educational resources to develop executive leadership and strengthen ESG strategies across the continent.
LG Business Solutions USA has launched the latest iteration of its CLOi ServeBot, a door-type autonomous robot designed to enhance delivery services in hospitality and healthcare settings. The new CLOi ServeBot boasts advanced AI, communication, and control technologies, offering efficient multi-delivery capabilities and user-friendly features.
Duetto and SHR, leaders in revenue management and hospitality technology, have announced a partnership to transform casino resorts by offering real-time pricing, boosting revenue and guest satisfaction. This integration enables casino resorts to provide personalized rates and comp rooms to their loyalty members, streamlining operations and enhancing the guest experience.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) has received two prestigious awards recognizing its My Millennium loyalty program. The program was awarded second prize for ‘Best Hotel Loyalty Programs in 2024 [Asia Pacific]’ at the Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia’s Luxury Awards. Additionally, the My Millennium team won Bronze for Team of the Year — Brand at The Loyalty & Engagement Awards 2024.
Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre Corporation, has launched SynXis Retailing, a comprehensive retailing platform that empowers hoteliers to sell standalone offers, expand their product catalogs, and attract a broader customer base. This platform also integrates automated fulfillment through Nuvola, streamlining order fulfillment and enhancing guest satisfaction.
ONYX Hospitality Group has launched Shama Hub, a new concept in serviced apartments, offering a lifestyle that fosters creativity, adaptability, and community involvement. The brand has expanded into Hong Kong and China with Shama Hub Metro South and Shama Hub Qiantang, providing guests with a unique blend of urban living and community engagement.
Canada’s hotel industry saw a boost in May 2024, driven by increased room rates, but experts are cautious about the long-term outlook. While occupancy rates were up, concerns remain about slowing demand and shorter booking windows.
STAAH’s Travel Agent & Corporate Travel (TACT) module is transforming the hospitality industry by simplifying and streamlining hotel bookings for travel agents and corporate clients. With real-time availability, unique URLs, a unified dashboard, and exclusive deals, TACT empowers efficient booking processes and drives growth.
STAAH, a leading hospitality solutions provider, has launched a new module called TACT (Travel Agent & Corporate Travel) as part of their Max V2 software package. This innovative module aims to revolutionize hotel bookings in India by offering real-time availability, automated bookings, and personalized experiences for travel agents and corporate clients. The module simplifies operations, reduces administrative burdens, and allows hoteliers to focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Tambourine, a leading digital marketing technology company for the hospitality industry, has appointed Paul Freudenthaler as its new Chief Financial Officer. Freudenthaler brings over 30 years of experience in finance and will leverage his expertise to drive Tambourine’s strategic financial planning and growth.
