GLOBAL— Dusit Hotels and Resorts, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, and Generator and Freehand Hotels, developers and operators of experiential hostels and boutique hotels in Europe and the USA, have entered into a strategic partnership.
The partnership will synergise their development resources to pursue sustainable international growth for their respective brands.
Under the partnership, Generator and Freehand Hotels will leverage their extensive networks and strengths to develop lifestyle hybrid accommodation models in the affordable lifestyle segment in Europe and the USA.
They will use it to seek opportunities to introduce Dusit Hotels and Resorts in key European destinations such as London, Paris, and Rome and popular stateside destinations such as New York, Miami, and Los Angeles.
“This groundbreaking partnership marks an exciting new chapter in the growth trajectory of our companies. Dusit’s unique blend of tradition and innovation aligns perfectly with our vision for delivering culturally rich experiences for inspired travellers worldwide,” Mr Alastair Thomann, CEO of Generator and Freehand Hotels, said.
Similarly, Dusit Hotels and Resorts will leverage its presence in Asia and the Middle East to seek opportunities to introduce Generator and Freehand’s award-winning boutique hotel-hostel hybrid model in prime city destinations such as Bangkok, Manila, Kyoto, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi and renowned island retreats such as Phuket and Bali.
“It’s a real win-win situation for both companies. It broadens our development horizons without compromising our existing brand portfolios, allowing us to capitalise on prospects that might not align with our current brand offerings,” Mr Siradej Donavanik, VP – of Global Development at Dusit International, said.
“We are delighted to collaborate with Generator and Freehand and look forward to breaking new ground with many exciting new signings ahead.”
Dusit’s portfolio spans 18 countries and comprises 57 hotels operating under Dusit Hotels and Resorts and 244 luxury villas under Elite Havens, the leading provider of luxury villa rentals in Asia, which Dusit acquired in 2018. More than 60 Dusit Hotels and Resorts are in the pipeline worldwide.
Generator and Freehand oversees 21 global properties in Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, the Netherlands, the UK, and North America.
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