Mon.Sep 02, 2024

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Mitzi Baum: Setting a Focused Path for STOP Foodborne Illness

Food Safety Magazine

To begin National Food Safety Education Month, we are joined by Mitzi Baum, CEO of STOP Foodborne Illness, for a discussion about STOP’s advocacy for better food safety policy to lessen the burden of foodborne illness in the U.S.

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Hotel Indigo debuts in the lush mountains of Oman

Hospitality Net

IHG Hotels & Resorts debuts its first Hotel Indigo resort in the Middle East with the opening of Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar Resort & Spa. Jabal Akhdar, meaning "Green Mountain" in Arabic, is a majestic range in Oman known for its stunning landscapes and cooler climate. Famed for terraced gardens, ancient villages, and dramatic canyons, the new Hotel Indigo resort is nestled 2,000 metres above sea level, featuring 173 beautifully designed rooms, suites, and chalets, each offering majestic views of

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African Experts Convene to Explore Alignment of National Food Safety Standards Across Continent

Food Safety Magazine

More than 200 food safety regulatory delegates recently convened in Nairobi, Kenya to discuss the possibility of aligning national food safety standards across Africa.

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It’s the End of Search Advertising as We Know It (And I Still Don’t Know if I Feel Fine.)

Hospitality Net

As we move further into generative AI experiences in Search, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the traditional advertising models used by search engines need some rethinking.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) held its 44th meeting of the Central Advisory Committee (CAC), on August 22 and 23, 2024

FMT Magazine

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) held its 44th meeting of the Central Advisory Committee (CAC), on August 22 and 23, 2024, under the chairmanship CEO, G. Kamala Vardhana Rao, who proactively discussed the formation of an inter-ministerial committee to address concerns over pesticide usage. It was proposed that each State shall establish this inter-ministerial committee, which will focus on reducing pesticide use, implementing control measures, and developing strategies to

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Gulf Capital Sells its Strategic Stake in Middle East Glass, the largest glass container manufacturer in the Middle East, following a 3x in revenue and 50% increase in profit margins during its holding period

FMT Magazine

Gulf Capital, one of the largest private equity firms investing from the GCC to the rest of Asia, announced today that it has sold its strategic stake in Egypt-listed Middle East Glass S.A.E. (MEG) to the majority shareholder of the business, MENA Glass Holdings Limited. Gulf Capital’s growth investment enabled MEG to become the largest glass packaging manufacturer in the Middle East and the second largest in Africa.

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NOW OPEN: The All-New Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at Hangzhou Centre Welcomes Guests for the First Time

Hospitality Net

With easy access by foot, car or boat to famous sites and exciting diversions, guests will find themselves in the heart of a dynamic interplay between Hangzhou’s history and modernity.

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Following WHO alert: LANXESS counters Mpox threat with Rely+On Virkon

FMT Magazine

In view of the increasing Mpox infections in Central and East Africa, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an international health emergency. The disinfectant Rely+On Virkon from specialty chemicals company LANXESS has been proven to be effective against the Mpox virus, formerly known as the “monkeypox virus”. This is confirmed by independent tests that confirm the product’s effectiveness against the virus.

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IHCL Expands Its Brand Portfolio, Launches Gateway with the Opening of Gateway Bekal in Kerala

Hospitality Net

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announces an addition to its brandscape with the launch of Gateway, a full-service upscale hotel offering.

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Commercial Frozen Yogurt Makers for Perfect Dessert Offerings

Chef's Deal

Commercial frozen yogurt makers are a subcategory of the broader ice cream machines that make fro-yo for customers looking for healthier alternatives during the hot summer months. Yogurt has a different consistency than ice cream mixtures, milk, and water and requires specialized machinery to be processed perfectly. However, regarding controls and functions, frozen yogurt makers are not too different from their ice cream and soft serve maker counterparts.

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Eight Moments Helping Hilton Reach 8,000 Hotels and Accelerate Growth

Hospitality Net

Just over two years after opening its 7,000th hotel, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) now has more than 8,000 hotels operating globally. Following a series of additions to its portfolio, including NoMad, Graduate Hotels, Small Luxury Hotels of the World and Autocamp, Hilton is unlocking hundreds of new ways for guests and owners to benefit from the company’s expansive network.

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Equipping QA Professionals for a Rapidly Changing World

Food Safety Experts

Building Resilience and Adaptability The world of QA Professionals has changed at an unprecedented pace over the past century. We constantly face new challenges that we haven’t even begun to recognize. Yet, our education system, which trains new QA professionals, has remained largely the same for decades. This mismatch is concerning. QA professionals are bombarded with an overwhelming amount of information every day.

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Radisson Hotel Group delivers strong growth with over 130 new signings and openings internationally during HY1 2024

Hospitality Net

Radisson Hotel Group reports a strong H1 2024 with significant milestones across its global brand portfolio, further expanding and strengthening its business and leisure footprint around the world. The Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu and Radisson RED brands have achieved remarkable growth, with the introduction of the Radisson Collection and Radisson RED brands in several new markets and nearly 20 new Radisson Blu signings.

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Avani Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Bangkok’s New CBD with the Launch of Avani Ratchada Bangkok Hotel

Hospitality Net

Avani Hotels & Resorts, the upscale lifestyle brand of Minor Hotels, announces the opening of Avani Ratchada Bangkok Hotel. Located in the heart of Bangkok’s new Central Business District, the 402-room hotel offers an ideal stay for both business and leisure travellers. Guests can explore a different side of the ’Big Mango’ through unique local experiences, from bustling night markets to vibrant cultural hotspots.

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Zannier Hotels Announces a Collaboration with NEOM for a New Luxury Eco-Resort in Saudi Arabia

Hospitality Net

Creator of one-of-a-kind hospitality projects, Zannier Hotels, has announced a partnership with NEOM to develop a new luxury eco-resort in Zardun, one of Magna’s destinations located in the Northwest of Saudi Arabia on the coast of the Gulf of Aqaba. Overlooking crystalline waters, Zannier Zardun nestles into the exquisite landscape stretching from the mountains to the low hills, across the coastal plain to the sea.

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Less global markets show RevPAR growth, but Olympics and concerts produce highlights

Hospitality Net

STR’s global "bubble chart" update for the four weeks ending 24 August 2024 shows 61% of markets with year-over-year growth in revenue per available room (RevPAR). That was a three-point decline in the proportion of global markets (64%) experiencing matched four-week RevPAR gains in last month’s update.

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Demystifying PMax for hotels: A balanced perspective on transparency and control

Hospitality Net

Confused about PMax for your hotel? You’re not alone. This article cuts through the noise, explaining how PMax works and what level of control you really have. We’ll also show you how to optimize PMax campaigns to attract new guests and boost your bottom line.

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Developing a Social Media Plan for your Hotel

Hospitality Net

In the past article, we discussed who should be in charge of the social media for your hotel. Whether you are tasking your in-house team or outsourcing to an agency, resources must be determined to dedicate to social media. This includes resources of both time and money.

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Tryp By Wyndham Southport Gold Coast Set To Open In October

Hospitality Net

TRYP by Wyndham Southport Gold Coast is poised for its grand opening this October, bringing a vibrant accommodation and hospitality offering to the Southport precinct as part of Azzura Investment Limited’s $3.8 billion Imperial Square development.

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Becoming a hospitality entrepreneur: Bridging cultures & opportunities

Hospitality Net

Raised in New Delhi into a family where few have had the chance to travel abroad, it was always a dream of Sarthak Sharma’s to explore and immerse himself overseas. Yet, like many at the crossroads of choosing a university course - he was torn between a safe, traditional engineering course at a local university or an international university that would offer him a progressive and future-proof career.

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Handwritten Collection Debuts in Bali

Hospitality Net

Handwritten Collection, a leading hotel brand part of the Accor group, is pleased to introduce a new property in Bali, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa - Handwritten Collection.

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U.S. hotel commentary - July 2024

Hospitality Net

After three months of year-over-year growth, U.S. RevPAR was flat (0.0%) compared with last July. The result was due to falling occupancy (-0.5%), which was not offset by a small gain (+0.5%) in ADR. The Top 25 Markets saw some growth (+0.5%), but the increase did not rise to the level of Q2 and was not enough to erase decreases in the remaining markets (-0.4%).

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The 7 segments of sustainable tourists in Switzerland

Hospitality Net

Sustainable consumer behavior in hospitality encompasses actions that help preserve the environment, such as green purchasing, recycling and conserving natural resources. In the tourism context, this includes actions such as buying local products, saving water, reusing towels, conserving energy and reducing food waste. However, these behaviors and their motivations can vary significantly among different consumer groups.

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Hotel Investments AG intensifies cooperation with the Primestar Group

Hospitality Net

Hotel Investments AG supports the Primestar Group in the area of hotel expansion in the DACH region.

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Australian and Asia Pacific hoteliers divided on outlook for 2024/25, according to JLL Hotel Operators’ Sentiment Survey

Hospitality Net

The newly released JLL Hotel Operators’ Sentiment Survey 2024/2025 is forecasting mixed fortunes for the hotel sector across the Asia Pacific in the year ahead.

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