AHLA Certifies First Chinese CHHE

The first Chinese national Certified Hotel Housekeeping Executive has been certified by American Hotel and Lodging Association in its Beijing Representative Office. An Yu received this special honor and is now planning to work for InterContinental Hotels Group with his internationally recognized certification management skills. Chief Representative of AHLA-EI, Roxanne Ang, poses with An.

Millennium Enters China

Millennium & Copthorne has formally entered the Chinese market and their first hotel in China, Millennium Hongqiao Hotel Shanghai, is scheduled to open at the end of this month.

Deneuve Graces Shanghai

French actress Catherine Deneuve was welcomed by Eugene Ong, General Manager of Crowne Plaza Shanghai, during the recent 9th Shanghai International Film Festival.

State Guest Friendship Appoints New GM

State Guest Friendship Hotel Management has announced Phillip Li's official promotion from Rooms Director of the Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing to General Manager of Bai Yang Dian State Guest Hot Spring Resort in Hebei Province.

Ascott Speeds Up Expansion In China

Ascott Group, one of the biggest international serviced residences firms in the Asia Pacific region, is now planning to speed up its expansion in China.

Keeping Planes In The Air With His Feet On The Ground

Turkish Airlines has been operating in China since 1999 and has continued to grow its fleet, operations, and staff. Melih Topuz, General Manager for Turkish Airlines in China, has been on the ground in China since 2004 and is spearheading the airlines' activities.

Hilton Hotels Asia Signs Loyalty Marketing Agreement

Hospitality Marketing Concepts has been selected by Hilton International Asia Pacific as the preferred vendor to implement and manage a private-label membership program throughout Asia. The appointment follows a successful 10-year partnership with Hilton Hotels in China.