Securing the future with collaborations?

Industry exper ts explain why mergers and acquisitions are the future of India’s hospitality industr y

Hotel companies are either acquiring brands or merging with existing ones, globally. In light of this trend, we ask experts if there is a flipside to a merger or acquisition, and where the loyalty programmes lie during the transaction.

I don’t think there is a flipside because if there is such a merger or acquisition, it means there is an interest for both parties” We acquired 51% stake of Regent Hotels & Resorts; this helped us enhance our owner and guest proposition, and fill a portfolio gap”