Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Marlin Apartments in London and Fountain Court Apartments in Edinburgh partnered to launch an employee engagement programme.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: InterContinental Hotels Group has announced the signing of a dual branded development featuring a Staybridge Suites and a Holiday Inn.

Reading Time: 2 minutesChina: Anbang Insurance Group is reportedly considering a bid to acquire InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG), the owner of the Staybridge Suites brand.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Citystay’s summer party brought Cambridge business together to raise funds for The Lifeline Fund.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Liverpool developer Elliot Group has appointed local hotelier and restaurateur Paul Adams to operate a 116-bedroom aparthotel.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAustralia: Choice Hotels is mulling a move in to the Australian serviced apartment market.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Furnished Quarters has expanded its portfolio to include short-term rental properties in Brooklyn, New York. The company plans to add around 50 new apartments

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: The AA has announced the launch of a star rating scheme for serviced accommodation.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Local developer Lugano Group has handed over a completed aparthotel scheme in Newcastle city centre.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteNew Zealand: A block of 15 serviced apartments in Auckland will be auctioned on August 10.