hotels


Hospitality offers a world of opportunity


philippe rossiter is chief executive of the Institute of Hospitality


New luxury hotel for london


Singapore-based developer KOP Properties has received the green light to convert the 10 Trinity Square building in central London into a new luxury development. Work will start on trans-


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report by McKinsey has claimed that, by 2025, nine of the top 10 cities generating the fastest GDP growth globally will be in China.


Te OECD also predicted that, by 2030, 59 per cent of international middle-class spend- ing will come from Asia Pacific, with 41 per cent from India and China alone. Te emerging economies are overtaking


those in the established west at a tremendous rate, and this is reflected in global tourism trends, where by 2030 the former will rep- resent 58 per cent of total international arrivals. Tese estimates are underpinned by the UN World Tourism Organisation which predicts that global tourism GDP will grow at around 4 per cent per year for the next decade, leading to the creation of a further 80 million jobs over the same period. Te opportunities are therefore huge for


anyone considering a career in hospitality and tourism. With its low barriers to entry, amazing job variety, and rapid promotion prospects, the industry offers unrivalled career pathways at whichever level one enters. Above all, it is a fun and rewarding environment in which to work, providing experiences few other sectors can match. At a time when job prospects are so poor


for young people in the UK, the global industry can provide life-enhancing solu- tions to their plight, and companies will be scouring the world for bright and engag- ing talent to meet the increasing demand. In a recent article, the HR director of Hyatt International said “globalisation has changed us into a company that searches the world to find the best talents and greatest ideas”. In its unique position as the professional


body for managers and aspiring managers working in all sectors and at every level in the worldwide industry, the Institute of Hospitality is providing the tools to assist people in capitalising on these opportunities. Trough its network of training providers delivering its acclaimed awards and qualifi- cations, as well as its e-Library facilities, the Institute’s resources enable managers at all levels to acquire the skills needed for them to profit fully from the growth predicted for the industry over the next decade.


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forming the Grade II*-listed property in Q3 this year, with the Woods Bagot-designed project also involving China’s Reignwood Group. A 120-bedroom hotel; a spa;


a members’ club; 41 serviced residences; a restaurant; and two bars are planned as part of the development, which is expected to be completed in Q4 2014. Details of the spa are yet to be announced,


Te property first opened in 1922 as the Port of London Authority’s HQ


although it has been confirmed that LTW Designworks will be responsible for its design. KOP Hotels and Resorts will run the hotel. David Collins Studio is consulting on design of the hotel’s public areas, bar and members’


club at the building, which first opened as the Port of London Authority’s HQ in 1922. KOP Properties chief executive officer Leny


Suparman said: “Our vision is for 10 Trinity Square to become a new global destination in of the City of London.” Details: http://lei.sr?a=B4m9t


Laura Ashley plans to launch new boutique hotel


Laura Ashley has announced plans to open a new boutique hotel as a showcase for the UK-based fashion and homeware brand’s products and design services. In its results for the 52 weeks to 28 January, the company confirmed it had acquired a hotel


in Hertfordshire last November for £5.8m in an expansion of its marketing strategy. Further details about the composition and


facility mix of Laura Ashley’s new boutique hotel are yet to be announced. Details: http://lei.sr?a=h5u8U


Accor to open MGallery in Bath in May


French hotel group Accor will open the MGallery Francis Hotel in Bath on 28 May – the first MGallery-branded prop- erty located outside London. Te 98-bedroom hotel will


be housed within the Grade I-listed former Mercure Bath Francis Hotel, which has undergone a £6m revamp. Te upscale hotel will fea-


ture individually-designed bedrooms and a fine dining restaurant. It is the second MGallery-branded hotel in the UK and follows the open- ing of MGallery St Ermins in London in April last year. Te MGallery concept has been positioned


Te MGallery Francis Hotel will be housed in a Grade I-listed property Launched in 2010, there are currently 48


as an upperscale hotel brand and sits along- side Accor’s Pullman business – but below the group’s luxury Sofitel portfolio.


Read Leisure Opportunities online: www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/digital


MGallery hotels across 18 countries and Accor has recruited actress Kristin Scott Tomas as the collection’s brand ambassador. Details: http://lei.sr?a=u5a6n


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