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Deloitte's latest survey on the European Hotel Industry offers some invaluable insights for UK hotel operators, owners, and investors. It certainly seems like the industry is shifting focus to core priorities for 2025 and here are some of our key takeaways: ⭐ Managing cash flow and improving performance top the agenda for hotel executives, with a growing emphasis on Mergers and Acquisitions activity—54% are planning acquisitions in high-growth markets. The UK remains a hotspot, with 72% optimistic about long-term growth ⭐ Despite inflation and economic uncertainty, demand for hotels continues, and strategic alliances are set to double in 2025, allowing operators to share expertise and streamline operations ⭐ Sustainability is a growing priority. With regulatory compliance driving 65% of sustainability efforts, collaboration will be key to delivering real impact. However, 40% of respondents say transitioning to net zero isn’t a top focus in the next 12 months ⭐ Investment Trends: UK cities like Edinburgh, Oxford, and Manchester lead the pack for investment, while private equity is resurging as the dominant source of capital for UK hotel acquisitions We are here to help guide hotels and provide strategic insights and support. We’re always ready to help you navigate new opportunities, so please get in touch to arrange a chat. Dan Akhtar, Managing Director +44 208 600 1166 / +44 7808 157796 dan@hpgsearch.com https://lnkd.in/ehUdhFey #HotelInvestment #HospitalityIndustry #UKHotels #Sustainability #MergersAndAcquisitions #HPGAdvisoryServices

🌍 Join the Institute of Hospitality Nigeria Region for their Annual International Conference on Emerging Global Trends in Hospitality and Tourism! 🌍 Taking place from tomorrow, 24th October, this hybrid event offers both in-person and virtual attendance, providing a fantastic opportunity to gain insights into emerging trends shaping the future of hospitality and tourism worldwide. 🌟 With industry leaders like Sam Coulstock FIH, Kehinde Daniel FIH and Dr. Abigail Olagbaye as speakers, this event promises valuable discussions for anyone looking to invest or seek opportunities in this dynamic and growing sector, particularly within the emerging markets. 📅 Date: 24th October 2024 🕒 Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM (BST) Don’t miss out—register to attend in person or virtually through the link below! https://lnkd.in/eQqDQQqn #IMIN #HospitalityTrends #Hospitality #Recruitment  #EmergingMarkets #InstituteofHospitality #Nigeria #GlobalTrends 

Following our post last week marking the ITHIC Italian Hospitality Investment Conference, we wanted to share some key takeaways from the event, as highlighted in a great article by Hotel News Now: ⭐ Strong Tourism Demand: Despite rising costs and challenges in financing, Italy’s hotel market remains robust, with a sellers’ market driven by high tourism. Notably, secondary cities like Lecce, Bari, and Verona are seeing a surge in investor interest ⭐ New Investment Opportunities: With limited branded hotels, there’s significant potential for investors to add value, especially in the 3- and 4-star segments which need renovation. Soft branding could be a game-changer here ⭐ Financing Challenges: While institutional lenders remain tough, opportunities exist through mezzanine financing and government grants, which could offset some capital expenditures. For those looking at Italy’s vibrant hotel market, now is the time to explore value-add opportunities beyond the traditional hotspots of Rome, Milan, Florence, and Venice. https://lnkd.in/eXaAxMRG #ITHIC2024 #HotelInvestment #Hospitality #Recruitment

🌍 ITHIC Italian Hospitality Investment Conference starts today in Rome!     We’re pleased to highlight this key event for the European hospitality industry as Italy remains one of the top hotel investment markets in 2024.     This conference is the first of its kind to focus on the Italian market and provides a vital platform to discuss trends and opportunities driving the industry forward in this region.    The Italian hotel investment market is seeing strong growth, with international demand pushing performance figures beyond pre-pandemic levels. Investment in Italy, alongside the Iberian Peninsula, is especially attractive, with a focus on secondary cities and high-quality assets.     In Europe overall, 2024 has witnessed a recovery in hotel investment, with projected increases in transaction volumes, particularly in urban centres like London and Paris.     Italy’s market has also seen a notable rise in Hotel Management Agreements, growing by 14%, showcasing the evolving business models in the region.    If you’re keen to learn more about the insights shared at ITHIC or current trends in European hotel investments, please get in touch — we’d be happy to share our key takeaways and emerging opportunities!    #ITHIC2024 #HotelInvestment #ItalyHotels #Recruitment #Hospitality    Dan Akhtar, Managing Director – HPG Advisory Services   +44 208 600 1166 / +44 7808 157796   dan@hpgsearch.com 

Hotel Investment in 2024!    With the Annual Hospitality Conference (AHC) and the Future Hospitality Investment Summit (Dubai) just a few weeks away, it’s a great time to reflect on the trends shaping the hotel investment landscape in 2024. Key highlights so far:    📈 UK Hotel Investment Boom: UK hotel investment transactions soared to an estimated £3.08 billion in H1 2024, marking a 35% increase from 2023. Notably, portfolio transactions drove 70% of this volume, with major deals like Ares Management Corp.’s acquisition of 21 hotels for £400 million and Blackstone’s purchase of the Village Hotel platform for £780 million. This resurgence underscores growing investor confidence, with full-year volumes expected to surpass £5 billion, more than double the 2023 figures.    🇮🇪 Irish Market Surge: Ireland’s hotel market also witnessed a significant uptick, with EUR655 million worth of properties traded in the first half of 2024, nearly four times the volume from H1 2023. The standout sale of Dublin’s iconic Shelbourne Hotel for close to EUR260 million highlights the market’s attractiveness, even as new supply enters the scene.    🏨 Middle East Expansion: The Middle East continues to see remarkable growth with several high-profile hotel openings and investments. As the region welcomes new luxury brands and developments, Dubai’s market, in particular, offers compelling opportunities for strategic capital deployment, as highlighted in recent expert reports.    2024 has been a robust year for hotel investments globally, and we’re excited to see how the remainder of 2024 unfolds. We look forward to discussing these more in the run up to the upcoming industry events and look ahead to what 2025 and beyond have in store. Contact Dan Akhtar to discuss how we can help you with your strategic recruitment needs.   #Recruitment #Hospitality #HotelInvestment #HospitalityIndustry #AHC24 #FutureHospitality #HotelConference #MiddleEastHospitality #InvestmentTrends #HPGAS 

We are passionate about sharing insights into the hospitality industry that can help owners, operators and investors continuously improve and drive results.  Here is an inspiring article from our colleagues at Madison Mayfair about some of the lessons that the hospitality industry can learn from sport. If you would like to have a chat with us at HPG Advisory Services then please get in touch. Dan Akhtar, Managing Director – HPG Advisory Services   +44 208 600 1166 / +44 7808 157796   dan@hpgsearch.com    #Recruitment #Hospitality #Paris2024 #PeopleStrategy #TeamDynamics #HPGAdvisoryServices 

Mid-Year Hotel Investment Update 🏨📈 For those who may have missed it, we are delighted to reshare our latest UK Hotel Investment insights article posted earlier this month. Here we highlight the remarkable growth in the UK hotel investment market. In the first half of 2024, investment volumes soared to £3 billion, a significant increase from £990 million in the same period last year. Major transactions and strong international interest, especially from the US, have driven this resurgence. London remains the focal point, attracting 70% of total investment, with Edinburgh and other cities also gaining traction. 🔗https://lnkd.in/drV_8Kwu If you are interested in learning more about how HPG Advisory Services can help support your hotel’s investment strategy then please get in touch. Dan Akhtar, Managing Director – HPG Advisory Services +44 208 600 1166 / +44 7808 157796 dan@hpgsearch.com #HotelInvestment #UKHotels #RealEstate #InvestmentGrowth #Hospitality #Recruitment 

✈ The famous Farnborough Airshow is taking place this week.  This prestigious event, one of the biggest and most influential aerospace trade shows in the world, takes place in a small town with a population less than 60,000, yet showcases the latest innovations and serves as a pivotal marketplace for the global economy. Over the past decade, Farnborough has generated nearly £500 billion in business, underscoring its economic significance. The impact to the local economy is also impressive, with an independent study highlighting a contribution of £35 million to local businesses in the weeks around the event. For investors, the Farnborough Airshow is a prime opportunity for business networking, drawing industry leaders and decision-makers from around the world, creating an ideal environment for forming new partnerships and exploring potential opportunities both within and outside of the aviation industry. 🔗If you are interested in hotel investment, our latest insights blogs are here: https://lnkd.in/ec2W2Ajb 📲If you would like to discuss further how HPG Advisory Services can support your business, then please get in touch. Dan Akhtar, Managing Director – HPG Advisory Services   +44 208 600 1166 / +44 7808 157796   dan@hpgsearch.com  #FarnboroughAirshow  #Hospitality #Recruitment #HotelInvestment #BusinessNetworking #HospitalityInvestment #InvestmentInsights 

UK Hotel Investment Reaches New Peaks HPG Advisory Services is excited to share Knight Frank's latest insights on the UK hotel investment market. Investment volumes reached an impressive £3 billion in H1 2024, up from £990 million in H1 2023 and exceeding last year's total of £2 billion. Major transactions, including Blackstone's £850 million acquisition and Starwood Capital's £800 million purchase, highlight strong international interest, particularly from US investors. 🔍 London Leads, but Other Cities Shine London attracted 70% of investments, with Edinburgh, Belfast, Manchester, Liverpool, and Glasgow also drawing significant attention. 📈 Optimistic Outlook With anticipated interest rate cuts and a robust development pipeline, the market is set for sustained growth. Read our full analysis here:  https://lnkd.in/drV_8Kwu If you are interested in learning more about how HPG Advisory Services can help support your hotel’s investment strategy then please get in touch. Dan Akhtar, Managing Director – HPG Advisory Services +44 208 600 1166 / +44 7808 157796 dan@hpgsearch.com #HotelInvestment #Recruitment #AssetManagement #Hospitality #HPGAdvisoryServices

UK Hotel Investment Reaches New Peaks HPG Advisory Services is excited to share Knight Frank's latest insights on the UK hotel investment market. Investment volumes reached an impressive £3 billion in H1 2024, up from £990 million in H1 2023 and exceeding last year's total of £2 billion. Major transactions, including Blackstone's £850 million acquisition and Starwood Capital's £800 million purchase, highlight strong international interest, particularly from US investors. 🔍 London Leads, but Other Cities Shine London attracted 70% of investments, with Edinburgh, Belfast, Manchester, Liverpool, and Glasgow also drawing significant attention. 📈 Optimistic Outlook With anticipated interest rate cuts and a robust development pipeline, the market is set for sustained growth. Read our full analysis here:  https://lnkd.in/drV_8Kwu If you are interested in learning more about how HPG Advisory Services can help support your hotel’s investment strategy then please get in touch. Dan Akhtar, Managing Director – HPG Advisory Services +44 208 600 1166 / +44 7808 157796 dan@hpgsearch.com #HotelInvestment #Recruitment #AssetManagement #Hospitality #HPGAdvisoryServices