George Sell

George Sell
George is the editor of Serviced Apartment News, and has more than a decade's experience as a hospitality, property and travel journalist. He regularly contributes to a wide range of international publications and websites.

The Collective on verge of administration

Reading Time: 2 minutes UK: Coliving pioneer The Collective looks set to enter adminstration, after efforts to find a buyer for the company proved unsuccessful.

Mansley increases sustainability efforts

Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: Mansley Serviced Apartments says it is embracing the challenges of becoming a more sustainable and eco-friendly business.

Lamington sets zero carbon goal

Reading Time: 2 minutes UK: Lamington Group has set itself the goal of delivering whole life net zero carbon across the future development and operation of its room2 hometel properties.

YAYS unveils rebranding

Reading Time: < 1 minute Netherlands: Aparthotel and serviced apartment operator YAYS has undergone a rebranding, with a revamped logo, new colour palette, renamed properties and more.

Unite secures £450 million credit facility

Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: Unite Students has signed a £450 million sustainability-linked unsecured revolving credit facility from HSBC, NatWest and Royal Bank of Canada.

Ascott Residence Trust acquires Texas PBSA asset

Reading Time: < 1 minute US: Ascott Residence Trust (ART) will acquire a freehold 1,005-bed student accommodation asset in Texas, USA for US$70.0 million, its third PBSA investment within seven months.

Ascott takes full ownership of Quest

Reading Time: 2 minutes Australia: The Ascott Ltd has secured full ownership of Quest Apartment Hotels after acquiring founder Paul Constantinou’s remaining 20 per cent stake for an undisclosed sum.