Author: HBI Staff | Mumbai
Fairmont Jaipur has appointed Rajat Sethi as the new General Manager. Bringing over 25 years of rich experience in the hospitality sector, Sethi offers a mix of leadership acumen, operational proficiency, and a history of achievements to his latest position. As General Manager, he will be responsible for leading Fairmont Jaipur towards continued success and excellence in guest service. His primary focus will be on enhancing the guest experience by ensuring impeccable service standards, personalized attention to guest needs, and crafting unforgettable experiences that surpass expectations. Sethi will work closely with the hotel’s leadership team to develop and implement strategic…
Crowne Plaza Gurgaon appoints Chef Sandeep Saini as the Executive Chef. He is a passionate and experienced culinary professional with a stellar track record of creating exceptional dining experiences. Chef Saini brings with him a wealth of culinary expertise, creativity, and leadership skills. Chef Saini’s culinary journey is defined by his unwavering commitment to excellence and culinary innovation, making him a standout figure in the industry. With a vision of delivering extraordinary culinary experiences, he has been an integral part of the opening teams of prestigious hotels like The Clarridges and The Westin. Additionally, his role in launching renowned restaurants…
Suba Group of Hotels has recently launched Click Hotel Yuvraj in Surat, Gujarat. Surat is recognized as one of India’s major economic hubs and is accessible by road, rail, and air with Surat International Airport situated approximately 30 minutes from the hotel. Known for its blustering diamond and textile market, Surat accounts for nearly 90% of the world’s diamond polishing and cutting. Additionally, it also acts as a major supply centre for apparel and accessories for domestic as well as international consumption. Mansur Mehta, Managing Director, Suba Group of Hotels and Mubeen Mehta, CEO, Suba Group of Hotels, in a…
SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, has released its industry-leading platform on mobile, to give accommodation providers the power to execute their property’s revenue management strategy and mitigate real-time risks, free from their desk. The mobile app represents the first phase of the delivery of SiteMinder’s smart platform, set to launch later this year, and a key milestone in SiteMinder’s mission to make sophisticated revenue management accessible to every hotel in the world. Available in eight languages, release of SiteMinder’s mobile app follows a Beta period which saw more than…
FSSAI has responded to complaints about substandard food quality on Indian airlines by issuing an advisory. The advisory stresses the importance of transparent labeling for all in-flight meals, requiring details such as the caterer’s name, FSSAI license number and expiry date. The advisory mandates that product labeling must include essential information such as expiry date and the caterer’s name. Additionally, flight kitchen operators and in-flight food service providers are instructed to comply with the Food Safety and Standards Act and its regulations, including labeling norms. “The flight operators shall ensure that the passengers are well aware of the FSSAI license…
Lemon Tree Hotels signed a license agreement for upcoming hotel in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu under the company’s brand, Keys Lite by Lemon Tree Hotels recently. The upcoming property will be managed by Carnation Hotels Private, a wholly-owned subsidiary and the hotel management arm of the company. The hotel will feature 40 well-appointed rooms, a restaurant and a meeting room. It is expected to open in FY26. The hotel is connected by both public and private transport from all major cities in India. The company’s consolidated net profit declined 11.43% to Rs 35.40 crore despite of 23.60% increase in revenue from…
abCoffee announced the closing of its Series A funding round securing $3.4 million USD recently. The round was led by Nexus Venture Partners, with participation from existing investor Tanglin Venture Partners. The funds raised will enable abCoffee to accelerate its supply chain and technology stack to bring on-demand coffee beverages at lower prices in quicker time. “We are thrilled to partner with Nexus Venture Partners and receive continued support from Tanglin Ventures in our mission to make specialty coffee accessible and enjoyable for everyone in India. We continue to remain extremely capital efficient, leverage supply chain optimization and continue to…
The Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), hosted a one-day event “Travel for Life – Tourism Sustainability Summit 2024” at Hotel Le-Meridien, New Delhi recently. This initiative was organized with the support of Ministry of Tourism which aims to bring large-scale behavioural change amongst tourists and tourism businesses, significantly impacting environmental protection and climate action. FHRAI forged strategic partnerships and signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs)with key stakeholders, during the Summit to drive sustainable initiatives within the industry. Noteworthy collaborations include an MoU between FHRAI and the Indian Plumbing Association (IPA), aimed at facilitating knowledge exchange and joint…
RARE India, which completes 20 years of operations this year, noted as the largest community of boutique owner run hotels and experiences, with a singular focus on promoting community inclusive, planet sensitive travel in the Indian subcontinent, will host BRIDGES 2024 from 4th to 6th April at The Roseate, New Delhi. The event is promoted as a change makers’ collective and is a powerful showcase of individual hoteliers, small indigenous hospitality groups, destinations and experiences from the subcontinent that are an example of tourism as a ‘force for good.’ BRIDGES aims to intensify the inevitable switch towards responsible tourism, to…
Westlife Foodworld stock rose 3% on March 5 after it said FSSAI verified McDonald’s India uses “100% Real Cheese”. “The apex food safety standards regulator of the country, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the administration of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, has verified the cheese used by McDonald’s India as ‘100% Real Cheese’. The verification confirms the brand’s assertion that it uses 100% Real Cheese and that it does not use anycheese analogues or substitutes in any of its products,” said Westlife Foodworld (formerly Westlife Development) in a stock exchange…
