From Left to Right: Mr Gao Xiang, Managing Director & Owner’s Representative, China, and Mr Kwek Leng Beng, Executive Chairman, Millennium Hotels and Resorts.
Grand Millennium Shanghai HongQiao celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking a significant milestone for Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) in mainland China. The hotel opened in 2006 as the group's first property in the region. Since then, it has helped establish MHR's presence in one of Asia's leading international cities.
Over the past two decades, the hotel has welcomed international and domestic travellers, global corporations, and diplomatic communities. It has become a key player in Shanghai's hospitality scene. MHR Executive Chairman Kwek Leng Beng noted, "Our investment reflected our confidence in Shanghai's potential as a leading international business and hospitality destination."
The hotel has built strong international connections over the years. These include long-standing relationships with Singapore Airlines and Lufthansa. It has also hosted Formula 1 teams and various cultural and diplomatic events. Most recently, it held a Latin American BBQ Food Festival, further cementing its role as a cultural hub.
Beyond hospitality, Grand Millennium Shanghai HongQiao supports community initiatives. It partners with the charity group Beacon of Love to help children in need of heart surgery. To celebrate its anniversary, the hotel is offering special experiences and commemorative events throughout October.
Looking ahead, the hotel aims to strengthen its international partnerships and community connections. It will adapt to evolving traveller expectations while maintaining its commitment to quality and sustainability. As MHR celebrates this milestone, it remains focused on the future of hospitality in China.
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