Growing casino operator Merit International is known for its hospitality and outstanding customer service. The USD$1bn company operates nine hotels and 11 casinos in Northern Cyprus, Croatia, and Bulgaria, and opened the five star Starlit Hotel Residences & Casino nestled in the heart of Montenegro‘s beautiful resort of Budva in 2023. The 2,500 square meter Starlit resort is Merit’s third and most ambitious development in the country.
Indian Railways is Asia’s largest rail network and the world’s second largest transportation entity. With around 14,000 trains operating on 65,000 miles of track, Indian Railways carries an estimated 9.5 million passengers daily. Its services are the country’s most popular form of long-distance travel, thanks to affordable fares subsidised by revenue from freight transportation.
A quintessential English golf course set in a country estate that dates back to the 18th century, today sits at the heart of a local countryside economy, with businesses including commercial and residential property lettings, a hotel, spa, and golf resort.The estate covers 4,000 acres and comprises an 18-hole championship course, a boutique hotel, stately home, multiple buildings housing conference rooms, restaurants, and therapy facilities that are dispersed across an extensive area with variou
The GoldenEye Hotel and Resort in Svilengrad, Bulgaria was the largest casino development in Europe when it opened its doors in January 2024. A purpose-built luxury complex, owned and operated by BC Industries, the GoldenEye includes a hotel, gaming rooms, a spa center and pool, high-end restaurants, and retail outlets. Located on the coast less than a kilometer from the Bulgaria-Turkey border, this 61,000 square meter development is ideally located as an international leisure destination and ha
Temple Quay and Glass Wharf areas are mixed commercial, leisure and residential developments, managed by global property leaders Avison Young in the heart of one of the UK’s most vibrant, historic cities. It is part of the Bristol Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone which is home to hundreds of businesses, government offices, serviced offices and co-working spaces, bars, restaurants, and residential properties. The whole area is also benefiting from significant further investment and development.
Bucherer is an iconic watchmaker founded in Switzerland in 1888 when Carl-Friedrich Bucherer opened the world’s first specialist watch and jewelry store in Lucerne. This laid the foundations for the family-owned business to forge partnerships with some of the most world famous watch brands. Today, Bucherer has expanded to become a global leading watch and jewelry retailer, steeped in tradition with breathtaking and opulent stores. It offers an international clientele the most extensive range of
The changing landscape within the hospitality industry creates a significant shift in priorities for hotel owners and security leaders. Evolving risks, including those related to cybersecurity, liability, compliance, and guest safety, propel the need for security strategies that should be integrated with a hotel’s overall business strategy.
A long-established UK law firm, based close to London and what is known as the UK’s IT corridor, provides specialist legal advice across a wide range of practice areas. The firm is also the landlord for a multi-used building in a busy town centre that, as well as housing their own offices, It is home to several other businesses, including a media hub owned by a global tech brand. But the premises, including its aging security systems, needed a major overhaul.
Konyalı Saat is one of Türkiye’s leading independent retail chains in the luxury watches and jewellery sector, with 40 stores selling a wide selection of top brands and accessories. The chain has recently extended its portfolio with Longinesbranded stores, and the owner has ambitious plans to expand further, with four new outlets scheduled to be opened in the next half year and more to follow soon after.
The Zedwell Piccadilly is located in the heart of London’s West End, within walking distance of some of the city’s most popular tourist attractions and bustling nightlife. Developed to provide a range of affordable but high-quality amenities for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, and families, the hotel is operated efficiently from 24/7 front desk reception, with self-check-in options. Guests also enjoy gym facilities and an adjacent bar and club.
Leading French cosmetic and beauty brand Yves Rocher, founded in 1959, is expanding its presence across Türkiye, investing in a growing network of stores in shopping malls, tourist hotspots, and prime retail locations. Today more than 260 Yves Rocher outlets sell a wide range of skincare and haircare products, makeup, and fragrances, all with formulations using natural, botanical ingredients.
A continuing modernisation programme is being undertaken by Southern Health NHS Trust, to improve care outcomes for patients with complex and sometimes challenging mental health needs, including vulnerable adolescents and adults.
The Social Science University of Ankara (ASBU) was established in 2013 to pioneer research into social sciences and humanities. Around 5,500 students are now enrolled annually, and the university is expanding its mission to contribute to international research literature.
Tucked in the south-east corner of the Netherlands, in the Limburg region, VVV-Venlo Football Club was founded in 1903 and encapsulates the city of Venlo’s heritage and sentiment with a loyal following. Flitting between first and second tiers, today the club competes in the Keuken Kampioen Division. VVV-Venlo’s Covebo Stadium, known fondly as De Koel, was built in 1972, and is one of the most iconic in the Netherlands. Located in a hollow on top of the Kaldenkerkerweg steep ridge, in 1977 it fa
Founded in 1998, Q-Park is now one of Europe’s largest and most trusted car park operators, with over 5,800 facilities now operating in cities including Brussels, Antwerp, Bruges, and Ghent. In Belgium, Q-Park operates 45 car parks at prime sites including train stations, airports, and major visitor destinations. The company is committed to reducing its environmental impact and has implemented several initiatives to promote sustainable mobility.