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Americas

Marriott appoints new CEO and president to lead its recovery from Covid-19 pandemic

Hotel giant Marriott International has now appointed Anthony “Tony” Capuano as chief executive officer and Stephanie Linnartz as president of the group

Corporate & Business

Marriott President and CEO Arne Sorenson, 62, succumbs to pancreatic cancer

Marriott International has announced the unexpected passing of its president and CEO Arne Sorenson on 15 February.

Features

Championing harmony amid diversity: The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon opening doors on October 20

What do you get when you mix the lively and dynamic destination of Tokyo and the structure, purpose and organization of traditional Buddhist temples – The Tokyo EDITION, Toranomon.

Americas

Marriott acquires W New York Union Square in USD 206 million deal

Marriott International has purchased the 270-room W New York – Union Square in the heart of Manhattan’s dynamic Union Square

By the Way

Marriott to reduce plastic use by 30% with larger pumps

Marriott International has announced that it's replacing tiny, single-use toiletry bottles of shampoo, conditioner and bath gel in guestroom showers with larger, pump-topped bottles.

Global

Marriott CEO on cancer: “We can realistically aim for a complete cure”

Marriott International, Inc. today announced that president and CEO Arne Sorenson was diagnosed on Wednesday with stage 2 pancreatic cancer. Sorenson,

Asia

Marriott 7000th hotel reflects the “tremendous opportunity in Asia”

Hospitality giant Marriott International, has announced this morning the official launch of The St. Regis Hong Kong, the company’s 7, 000th hotel. The opening of the 27-story luxury property means Marriott is on track to keep its commitment of opening 1,700 additional hotels by the end of 2021, including about 320 hotels in Asia Pacific.

Global

A million eyes: Marriott trains 500,000 workers to spot human trafficking

In honour of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Marriott International has underscored its commitment to safety and human rights.

Global

Marriott data breach: Number affected is “less than initial disclosure”

Marriott International has announced that the total number of guest records involved in the Starwood hacking incident is "less than the initial disclosure”.

Global

Marriott to expand in the UAE with more than 80 hotels by 2023

Marriott International has announced the addition of 11 new properties by year-end and a robust development outlook over the next five years in the UAE.

Hospitality

Marriott International to offer hospitality training programme in Egypt

Marriott International recently launched Tahseen, its unique hospitality training programme developed in response to a growing need for talent within the industry, in Eqypt.

Global

From vision to reality: Marriott unveils transformation plan for Sheraton

Marriott International has announced its transformation vision for Sheraton Hotels and Resorts, receiving around $500 million worth of owner investments in the US.

China

Marriott targets OTA commissions

Marriott continues to hit the news cycle this week, following on from their public commitment to Indian tourism with a press conference in Bengaluru. The hospitality giant has now revealed plans to reduce the level of commission paid to online travel agents.

Asia

Marriott celebrates 100th Indian hotel with commitment to 50 new sites and a total of 30,000 rooms

Marriott International has been particularly industrious over the last few months, revealing the details of its most successful year with the opening of thirty five hotels in Europe during 2017. 

Global

Marriott to open a hotel every 14 hours

Marriott International has unveiled a new three-year growth plan which includes opening approximately one hotel every 14 hours around the

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