Source: Accor

Global hospitality leader, Accor, has signed its first multiple-property framework agreement with Asset World Corporation (AWC), Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real-estate group.

The Framework Agreement with AWC signals Accor’s continued rapid expansion across Thailand, a strategic market which continues to shine on the world stage. Under the partnership, Accor and AWC will develop more than 1,000 room keys across multiple Accor-branded hotels in key tourism destinations throughout the country, providing unique offerings and experiences for guests.

Accor has always been a pioneer in expanding into new frontiers, working with owner partners that understand our vision for the future of hospitality. We’re delighted to be entering into this partnership with Asset World Corporation, and I believe that Accor’s expertise and strength within the hospitality sector will complement AWC’s leadership position within the lifestyle real estate business in Thailand. We look forward to bringing some of the world’s most renowned hotel brands to Thailand with this milestone partnership. Garth Simmons, Chief Executive Officer, Accor Southeast Asia, Japan & South Korea

As part of the agreement, AWC will develop the properties under Accor’s various luxury and lifestyle brands. The hotels will further strengthen both the real estate and tourism industries in the country, and further enhance Thailand as a unique sustainable destination of the world.

We are delighted to announce this first strategic partnership with Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, to expand our portfolio in strategic locations across Thailand. The collaboration to develop a number of a world-class hotels will mark the beginning of more exciting projects in the future to support the growth of the Thai tourism industry while pursuing AWC’s mission of Building a Better Future. Wallapa Traisorat, Chief Executive Officer and President, Asset World Corp Public Company Limited or AWC

Accor currently operates 373 hotels in Southeast Asia, Japan and South Korea, with 83 hotels operating in Thailand under 11 brands. The Group has a strong pipeline of 20 hotels currently under development in Thailand.

About Asset World Corp Public Company Limited

Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC) is Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group and a member of TCC Group, with the focus on hospitality, lifestyle destinations, and commercial workspaces. Driven by the philosophy of “Building a Better Future,” AWC strives to grow and expand beyond the norms with a diverse array of quality projects, providing responsible and sustainable solutions for all our stakeholders. The company has two main businesses. Hospitality business managed by top hotel executives of world-renowned hotel brands such as Marriott, The Luxury Collection, Okura, Banyan Tree, Hilton, Sheraton, and Melia, and Commercial properties whose projects include 1) Retail and Wholesale such as lifestyle travel destinations, community shopping malls, community markets, and wholesale business real estate. Popular real estate projects consist of Asiatique the Riverfront Destination, Gateway at Bangsue, AEC Trade Center – Pantip Wholesale Destination, and Tawanna Bangkapi, and 2) Commercial buildings including the famous Empire Tower and Athenee Tower located in Bangkok’s central business district. AWC is committed to integrating its sustainability strategy in every part of its operations to create long-term sustainable value for all stakeholders. The sustainability strategy consists of three key pillars: Better Planet, Better People and Better Prosperity, while the framework has created numerous long-term initiatives including the ReConcept, The GALLERY and other projects. For more information, please visit the company's website at www.assetworldcorp-th.com/en/home.

About Accor, a world-leading hospitality group

Accor is a world leading hospitality group offering experiences across more than 110 countries in 5,600 properties, 10,000 food & beverage venues, wellness facilities or flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry's most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing more than 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore. Accor is committed to taking positive action in terms of business ethics & integrity, responsible tourism, sustainable development, community outreach, and diversity & inclusion. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France and publicly listed on Euronext Paris (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States. For more information, please visit www.group.accor.com or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok. 

Nontawan Laohakiat
Communications Executive – Upper Southeast Asia
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