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Ascott signs record 19,000 units across 102 properties in 2025

Advances multi-typology brand expansion into more than 10 new cities in Asia Pacific and Europe, including lyf in Wellington and Ascott in Taipei   Ascott marked its entry into Taipei with the signing of the 185-room Ascott Nangang Taipei, located in a prime mixed-use development within Nangang Software Park, one of the city’s premier business districts. The partnership agreement was signed by Ms Jocelyn Wang, Chairman, The GAIA Hotel and Mr Kevin Goh, Chief Executive Officer, The Ascott Limited and Lodging, CapitaLand Investment. The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), signed a record 19,000 units across 102 properties in 2025, marking 27% year-on-year growth in new signings. Its asset-light expansion was led by higher-fee segments such as resorts, supported by accelerating franchise momentum and strong conversion activity. Ascott entered more than 10 new cities across Asia Pacific and Europe, growing its global foot...

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Ascott signs record 19,000 units across 102 properties in 2025

Advances multi-typology brand expansion into more than 10 new cities in Asia Pacific and Europe, including lyf in Wellington and Ascott in Taipei   Ascott marked its entry into Taipei with the signing of the 185-room Ascott Nangang Taipei, located in a prime mixed-use development within Nangang Software Park, one of the city’s premier business districts. The partnership agreement was signed by Ms Jocelyn Wang, Chairman, The GAIA Hotel and Mr Kevin Goh, Chief Executive Officer, The Ascott Limited and Lodging, CapitaLand Investment. The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), signed a record 19,000 units across 102 properties in 2025, marking 27% year-on-year growth in new signings. Its asset-light expansion was led by higher-fee segments such as resorts, supported by accelerating franchise momentum and strong conversion activity. Ascott entered more than 10 new cities across Asia Pacific and Europe, growing its global foot...

SHOPLAH AIMS TO DRIVE TOURISM SPEND THROUGH AIRPORT RETAIL FOR VM 2026

Francisca Luhong, Vanessa Tevi Kumares, Serena Lee, and Gil showcase the exclusive duty-free ShopLAH bags, featuring vibrant designs by talented Malaysian artists - Hsieying, Kideika, Daisy Dalia, and Afi. As Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) gains momentum, ShopLAH is strengthening airport retail as a key driver of visitor experience and tourism spending across Malaysia Airports’ international network.   Positioned as an always-on airport retail experience campaign, ShopLAH integrates shopping, dining and cultural storytelling into the passenger journey, reinforcing airports as active contributors to Malaysia’s tourism economy. The campaign supports national tourism objectives by encouraging higher passenger spend while showcasing Malaysian brands and identity at key gateways.   (L-R) Hani Ezra Hussin, Senior General Manager of Commercial Services, YB Dato’ Seri Tiong King Sing, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, and Dato’ Mohd Izani Ghani, Managing Director of Malaysia Airp...

University of Cyberjaya Clinches Gold at Putra Aria Brand Awards 2025

Third consecutive year of recognition reflects strong and growing public confidence in UoC’s education brand The University of Cyberjaya (UoC) clinched Gold in the Education and Learning category at the Putra Aria Brand Awards 2025, marking its third consecutive year of recognition at the national awards and the culmination of a steady upward journey. The achievement reflects strong and growing public endorsement of UoC’s brand, following its Bronze recognition in its first year and a Silver win last year. The Putra Aria Brand Awards, established in 2022, recognise brands that demonstrate strong branding and marketing efforts, growth in consumer preference, and relevance among the public. Winners are determined through large-scale voluntary consumer voting and surveys, often involving tens of thousands of respondents, assessing brand familiarity, experience, and likelihood to recommend. UoC’s Gold recognition underscores its continued commitment to delivering relevant, high-quality edu...

Tune Protect Wraps Up 2025 with 2,525 Volunteer Hours Powering Environmental, Food and Financial Literacy Initiatives Across Malaysia

More than 90% of employees contributed to mangrove restoration, urban farming, greener living and financial education programmes nationwide Tune Protect Group Berhad  (“Tune Protect” or “the Group”) concluded 2025 with a significant social impact milestone, delivering 2,525 volunteer hours through a series of Corporate Good initiatives focusing on environmental sustainability, food security and financial literacy across Malaysia. Guided by its sustainability vision,  In Tune for a Better Tomorrow , the Group mobilised more than 400 employees, representing over 90% of its total workforce, to deliver hands-on programmes that benefited communities nationwide. Throughout the year, Tune Protect focused on initiatives addressing on climate resilience, food security, financial literacy and community wellbeing. By fostering strategic synergies between employees, media partners, local authorities and communities, the Group delivered tangible outcomes while nurturing a strong culture ...

Anewmax Debuts in Malaysia, Redefining Skincare With Max Results in Minimal Steps

A Malaysian Brand with  European Luxury & Korean Biotech Innovation Malaysia’s beauty landscape is set for a new wave of innovation as Anewmax , a next-generation skincare brand blending European luxury craftsmanship with Korean biotech science , officially debuts in Malaysia via a highly anticipated soft launch. Born in Malaysia and crafted through global partnerships, Anewmax, created for a new generation of consumers who demand maximum results in minimal steps . The brand embodies the philosophy: “Max Results, Minimal Steps, Honest Beauty.” A Soft Revolution in Skincare In a market crowded with multi-step routines and complex claims, Anewmax offers a refreshing, simplified approach. Its debut lineup features clinical-grade actives, sensorial textures, and minimalist routines designed for modern lifestyles.   The brand’s launch focuses on three hero products, each representing Anewmax’s core promise of powerful,...