Author: HBI Staff | Mumbai
STOK, an Indore-based beer brand and flagship product of MEBL, has launched a fresh brand identity through a dynamic digital campaign. The campaign seeks to engage audiences by using distinct beer personas and encourages everyone to enjoy their own unique ways of relaxation with STOK beer, under the new tagline “Live The Chill.”Featuring the revamped STOK Panda mascot, each variant—STOK Strong, STOK Lager, and STOK Wheat—now has a distinct personality: adventurous, laid-back, and poised, respectively. The campaign’s new tagline, “Live The Chill,” encourages audiences to embrace their unique ways of relaxation with STOK beer. Sharing his vision behind the rebranding,…
Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai International Airport has appointed Paresh Dalvi as its new Chief Engineer. With a distinguished career spanning two decades in the hospitality industry, Paresh brings a wealth of experience and a proven record of success to his new position. In his role as Chief Engineer, Paresh is focused on advancing sustainable practices, energy conservation, cost reduction, and ensuring defect-free operations within the department. Starting his hospitality career in 2004 as a technician, Paresh has risen to the role of Chief Engineer through his work with prestigious brands including ITC Maratha Hotel, Four Seasons, IHG, Four Points by…
Dusit Thani Kyoto, a luxury urban retreat managed by Dusit International—one of Thailand’s premier hotel and property development companies—has been named as one of the first hotels globally to receive the prestigious Michelin Key from the Michelin Guide 2024. As the first Thai-branded hotel in Japan to earn this honour, Dusit Thani Kyoto joins an elite group. Introduced by the Michelin Guide in April 2024, Michelin Keys are awarded to establishments that exemplify excellence across five key areas- architecture and interior design, service quality and consistency, overall personality and character, value for money, and a notable contribution to their neighborhood…
Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, has introduced a range of off-app marketing solutions to enhance visibility and customer engagement for restaurant partners. Available to partners across the country, these new tools are designed to help restaurants amplify their online brand presence through popular social media channels like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Swiggy’s new marketing services empower restaurant partners to build their online presence through influencer marketing, ads on social media (Facebook and Instagram), and WhatsApp marketing. By collaborating with top local food influencers and targeting Swiggy users with ads on Instagram and Facebook, restaurants can drive traffic to their…
Jumeirah Olhahali Island has appointed Joseph Alexander El-Masri as the new Director of Sales and Marketing. A British national and seasoned hospitality professional, El-Masri brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the luxury hospitality sector. A veteran member of Jumeirah, El-Masri has held significant leadership positions within the brand since 2019. “El-Masri’s strong familiarity with the Maldives destination and his profound understanding of the Jumeirah brand and culture make him an invaluable addition to our resort”, said Mohamed Ashraf, General Manager, Jumeirah Olhahali Island. “His proven track record with Jumeirah, particularly in driving significant revenue growth…
In a significant milestone for Karnataka’s hospitality sector, SeaHorse Hospitality Consulting Services has successfully orchestrated a strategic partnership between Sarovar Hotels and Suchi Hotel and Hospitality. The upcoming Sarovar Portico Gulbarga, set to open in 2027, aims to redefine luxury and service standards with its 60 meticulously designed rooms tailored for both business and leisure travellers. The hotel will feature All Day Dining, a Bar, a Banquet Hall, Conference Halls, a Swimming Pool, and a Gym. SeaHorse Consulting has played a crucial role in this project, overseeing everything from initial feasibility studies to brand selection, ensuring optimal returns for both…
The Fern Hotels & Resorts has appointed Amit Kumar Sharma as the new Cluster General Manager for Maharashtra. With more than twenty years of distinguished experience in the hospitality industry, both in India and abroad, Sharma brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success in hotel operations. In his new position as Cluster General Manager for Maharashtra, Sharma will be responsible for the comprehensive management and strategic direction of 15 properties throughout the region, including locations such as Karad, Karjat, Kolhapur, Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, Pune, Satara, Ichalkaranji, and Solapur. His responsibilities would encompass providing leadership and…
Pride Hotels Group has announced the successful completion of its D.R.E.A.M. (Determine Refined Excellence for Aspiring Managers) Program 2.0, welcoming a new cohort of management trainees. This year’s program reached a significant milestone, with 50% of the trainees being women, underscoring the organization’s dedication to diversity and inclusivity. The initiative kicked off with an engaging three-day orientation at Pride Plaza Ahmedabad. “We are immensely proud of the success of the D.R.E.A.M Program 2.0, which not only reflects our commitment to nurturing exceptional talent but also highlights our dedication to diversity and inclusivity within the hospitality industry. By achieving a remarkable…
ibis Hotels India recently partnered with Chai Point to bring the Chai Point tea experience across all its properties. This collaboration will ensure that guests receive a unique gourmet chai experience at every ibis hotel in India. As part of this initiative, Chai Point’s state-of-the-art Brewing Bots will be installed in all Spice it Restaurants within ibis Hotels, offering guests a variety of premium teas, including Classic Tea, Masala Tea, Ginger Tea, all brewed to perfection. From a business perspective, this partnership underscores ibis Hotels’ dedication to enhancing quality and ensuring customer satisfaction. Recognizing the cherished role of tea in…
Delhi-based experiential ecological hospitality group Jungle Camps India Limited plans to achieve revenue of Rs. 100 crores by FY28. In line with its growth strategy, the company has set its sights on an initial public offering (IPO) to fund its expansion plans, which would be managed / led by Khambatta Securities Limited. Strategically located in the serene forests of central India, Jungle Camps India offers exceptionally curated wildlife hospitality experiences to travel enthusiasts in its various properties located at Pench Tiger Reserve, Kanha Tiger Reserve and Rukhad Buffer Zone of Pench Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh and Tadoba Tiger Reserve…
