How smart tech is shaping the serviced apartment sector

Reading Time: 4 minutes Technology is changing the entire hospitality industry and the impact is also being felt in the serviced apartment sector. Covid-19, and the events of the last year, have no doubt accelerated the adoption of smart tech, contactless tech and property automation across the board. This is exciting to see says Sean Miller, president of Point Central.

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The start-up diaries volume 3: The edge of the circle

Reading Time: 3 minutes In this series, “JJ”, SAN’s very own secret hotelier, brings us the ups and downs he encounters in his most ambitious challenge to date, the launch of a new aparthotel brand. Here he shares his thoughts on how the best brands come about.

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The start-up diaries volume 2: Taking the plunge

Reading Time: 3 minutes In this series, “JJ”, SAN’s very own secret hotelier, brings us the ups and downs he encounters in his most ambitious challenge to date, the launch of a new aparthotel brand. Here he recounts how an encounter in a swimming pool got his career in the industry up and running.

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Sutton Point
ActivumSG acquires mixed-use Sutton Point for £21 million

Reading Time: 2 minutes UK: Real estate private equity investment manager ActivumSG, on behalf of ActivumSG Fund VII, working with Global Hospitality Investment Group, has acquired Sutton Point for £21 million.

Zoku Paris
Zoku to launch Writer-in-Residence research project

Reading Time: < 1 minute France: From 8th-10th November, Zoku Paris will host its first Writer-in-Residence project, designed to uncover what hybrid hospitality means for residents, coworkers, visitors and staff.

NARA Shorea Park
OSK Property Holdings launches NARA at Shorea Park

Reading Time: < 1 minute Malaysia: OSK Property Holdings Bhd, the property arm of OSK Holdings Bhd, has launched its latest serviced apartment project NARA at the master plan Shorea Park in Puchong.

ONYX Shama
ONYX plans to expand Shama across South East Asia

Reading Time: < 1 minute SEA: Management company ONYX Hospitality Group has plans to launch its serviced apartment brand Shama in Malaysia, Laos and Thailand. 

RBH
RBH signs dual-branded Staybridge Suites Dundee

Reading Time: < 1 minute UK: Third-party operator RBH Hospitality Management has expanded its portfolio in Scotland with the signing of the dual-branded Staybridge Suites and Hotel Indigo Dundee.

June 5th 14:00 – 15:00 BST – Leading the way in serviced apartments [sponsored by the Residence]

Reading Time: < 1 minute Hosted by SAN editor – hospitality, Eloise Hanson. Sponsored by: The Residence.  The serviced apartment industry is evolving rapidly, presenting new challenges and opportunities for …

April 27th 14:00 – 15:00 BST – Industry rising stars [sponsored by the Residence]

Reading Time: < 1 minute Hosted by SAN editor – hospitality, Eloise Hanson. Sponsored by: The Residence.  Ahead of the global Serviced Apartment Awards next month, SAN speaks to a …

March 27th 14:00 – 15:00 GMT – Hotel diversification: Serviced apartments and branded residences [sponsored by the Residence]

Reading Time: < 1 minute Hosted by SAN editor – hospitality, Eloise Hanson. Sponsored by: The Residence.  The serviced apartment and branded residence market has experienced significant growth in recent …

February 27th 14:00 – 15:00 GMT – M&A and investment [sponsored by The Residence]

Reading Time: < 1 minute Hosted by SAN editor Eloise Hanson. Sponsored by: The Residence.  The fragmented extended stay sector presents opportunities for consolidation and growth through mergers and acquisitions. …

January 30th 14:00 – 15:00 GMT – PMS evolution [sponsored by The Residence]

Reading Time: < 1 minute Hosted by SAN editor Eloise Hanson. Sponsored by: The Residence As travellers seek more flexible options, the average length of stay is steadily increasing at …