Downtown Core

Volocopter Air Taxi Flies Over Singapore's Marina Bay

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Countries, Electric aircraft, Aircraft, Aviation, Helicopters, Ultralight aircraft, Volocopter, Downtown Core, Marina Bay, Singapore, Singapore, Uam, Marina Bay

SINGAPORE, Oct. 22,2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Volocopter, the pioneer in Urban Air Mobility (UAM), successfully completed its first manned flight over Singapore's Marina Bay today.

Key Points: 
  • SINGAPORE, Oct. 22,2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Volocopter, the pioneer in Urban Air Mobility (UAM), successfully completed its first manned flight over Singapore's Marina Bay today.
  • This flight kicks-off Volocopter's efforts to bring commercial air taxi services to Singapore.
  • At the ITSWC, Volocopter and their partner Skyports built the first VoloPort prototype on the floating dock in Marina Bay.
  • Volocopter leads and cooperates with partners in infrastructure, operations, and air traffic management to build the ecosystem necessary to 'Bring Urban Air Mobility to Life.'

Volocopter Air Taxi Flies Over Singapore's Marina Bay

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Countries, Electric aircraft, Aircraft, Aviation, Helicopters, Ultralight aircraft, Volocopter, Downtown Core, Marina Bay, Singapore, Singapore, Uam, Marina Bay

SINGAPORE, Oct. 22,2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Volocopter, the pioneer in Urban Air Mobility (UAM), successfully completed its first manned flight over Singapore's Marina Bay today.

Key Points: 
  • SINGAPORE, Oct. 22,2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Volocopter, the pioneer in Urban Air Mobility (UAM), successfully completed its first manned flight over Singapore's Marina Bay today.
  • This flight kicks-off Volocopter's efforts to bring commercial air taxi services to Singapore.
  • At the ITSWC, Volocopter and their partner Skyports built the first VoloPort prototype on the floating dock in Marina Bay.
  • Volocopter leads and cooperates with partners in infrastructure, operations, and air traffic management to build the ecosystem necessary to 'Bring Urban Air Mobility to Life.'

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney Debuts at No.1 Martin Place

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Thursday, October 17, 2019
Downtown Core, Marina Bay, Raffles Place, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, Fullerton, Tourism in Singapore, Tourist attractions, Tourism

"We are excited to open The Fullerton Hotel Sydney in a landmark building that is steeped in character and history.

Key Points: 
  • "We are excited to open The Fullerton Hotel Sydney in a landmark building that is steeped in character and history.
  • This tradition will continue with The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, which shares a rich heritage with its sister hotel, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, also housed in a former GPO building.
  • Located on level one of The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, The Place is bathed in natural light through the magnificent glass atrium.
  • The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is a sister hotel to The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, which shares a similar rich history as a former GPO.

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney Debuts at No.1 Martin Place

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Thursday, October 17, 2019
Downtown Core, Marina Bay, Raffles Place, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, Fullerton, Tourism in Singapore, Tourist attractions, Tourism

"We are excited to open The Fullerton Hotel Sydney in a landmark building that is steeped in character and history.

Key Points: 
  • "We are excited to open The Fullerton Hotel Sydney in a landmark building that is steeped in character and history.
  • This tradition will continue with The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, which shares a rich heritage with its sister hotel, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, also housed in a former GPO building.
  • Located on level one of The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, The Place is bathed in natural light through the magnificent glass atrium.
  • The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is a sister hotel to The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, which shares a similar rich history as a former GPO.

Cushman & Wakefield Brokers the Sale of Singapore's Bugis Junction Towers at $396M

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Professional services, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Finance, Construction & Property, Urban planning, REIT, Cushman & Wakefield, Cushman, Downtown Core, Bugis Junction, Companies, Transport

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has brokered the sale of Bugis Junction Towers at a sale price of $396 million (approx.

Key Points: 
  • Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has brokered the sale of Bugis Junction Towers at a sale price of $396 million (approx.
  • The Capital Markets team at Cushman & Wakefield secured the buyer on behalf of Keppel REIT.
  • The sale of Bugis Junction Towers will contribute to Singapores big-ticket investment acquisitions this year, said Shaun Poh, Executive Director, Capital Markets, Cushman & Wakefield, who led the negotiations.
  • Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest real estate services firms with approximately 51,000 employees in 400 offices and 70 countries.

Raffles Boston Back Bay Hotel & Residences Breaks Ground

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Friday, September 27, 2019
Downtown Core, AccorHotels, Hotels, Raffles Hotels & Resorts, Raffles, Hospitality industry, Tourism in Singapore

BOSTON, Sept.27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Raffles Boston Back Bay Hotel & Residences broke ground yesterday, writing a new story for both the illustrious Raffles Hotels & Resorts brand and the City of Boston.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Sept.27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Raffles Boston Back Bay Hotel & Residences broke ground yesterday, writing a new story for both the illustrious Raffles Hotels & Resorts brand and the City of Boston.
  • Featuring 147 guestrooms, 146 branded residences and six food and beverage venues, Raffles Boston Back Bay Hotel & Residences joins Raffles' prestigious collection of 14 individually unique and timeless properties locatedin the world's most fascinating cities and vibrant destinations.
  • Located on the corner of Stuart Street and Trinity Place, Raffles Boston Back Bay Hotel & Residences is destined to reinforce the Back Bay as a first-class international neighborhood.
  • For more information about Raffles Boston Back Bay Hotel & Residences, please visit www.raffles.com/promo/boston/ and follow @rafflesboston with hashtag #rafflesboston.

The Return of a Legend - Raffles Singapore Officially Reopens

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Thursday, August 1, 2019
Raffles Hotels & Resorts, Downtown Core, AccorHotels, Hotels, Raffles Hotel, Raffles, Hospitality industry, Service industries

The newly restored Raffles will provide an experience like no other," said Christian Westbeld, General Manager, Raffles Singapore.

Key Points: 
  • The newly restored Raffles will provide an experience like no other," said Christian Westbeld, General Manager, Raffles Singapore.
  • Jeannette Ho, Vice President, Raffles Brand and Strategic Relationships, Raffles Hotels and Resorts, commented, "We are very pleased to be part of the reopening of the iconic Raffles Singapore officially returning to the city, refreshed, reimagined and revitalised.
  • This is where it all started and faithful to its roots, Raffles Singapore reinvents emotional luxury.
  • ABOUT RAFFLES SINGAPORE: Opened in 1887, Raffles Singapore is one of the few remaining great 19th century hotels in the world.

The Return of a Legend - Raffles Singapore Officially Reopens

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 1, 2019
Downtown Core, AccorHotels, Raffles Hotels & Resorts, Hotels, Raffles Hotel, Raffles, Hospitality industry, Tourism in Singapore

The newly restored Raffles will provide an experience like no other," said Christian Westbeld, General Manager, Raffles Singapore.

Key Points: 
  • The newly restored Raffles will provide an experience like no other," said Christian Westbeld, General Manager, Raffles Singapore.
  • Jeannette Ho, Vice President, Raffles Brand and Strategic Relationships, Raffles Hotels and Resorts, commented, "We are very pleased to be part of the reopening of the iconic Raffles Singapore officially returning to the city, refreshed, reimagined and revitalised.
  • This is where it all started and faithful to its roots, Raffles Singapore reinvents emotional luxury.
  • In 1887, Raffles Singapore set the standard for luxury hospitality, introducing the world to private butlers, the Singapore Sling and its enduring, legendary service.

The Return of a Legend - Raffles Singapore Officially Reopens

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 1, 2019
Downtown Core, AccorHotels, Raffles Hotels & Resorts, Hotels, Raffles Hotel, Raffles, Hospitality industry, Tourism in Singapore

The newly restored Raffles will provide an experience like no other," said Christian Westbeld, General Manager, Raffles Singapore.

Key Points: 
  • The newly restored Raffles will provide an experience like no other," said Christian Westbeld, General Manager, Raffles Singapore.
  • Jeannette Ho, Vice President, Raffles Brand and Strategic Relationships, Raffles Hotels and Resorts, commented, "We are very pleased to be part of the reopening of the iconic Raffles Singapore officially returning to the city, refreshed, reimagined and revitalised.
  • This is where it all started and faithful to its roots, Raffles Singapore reinvents emotional luxury.
  • In 1887, Raffles Singapore set the standard for luxury hospitality, introducing the world to private butlers, the Singapore Sling and its enduring, legendary service.

The Return of a Legend - Raffles Singapore Officially Reopens

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 1, 2019
Raffles Hotels & Resorts, Downtown Core, AccorHotels, Films, Raffles, American films, Hotels

The newly restored Raffles will provide an experience like no other," said Christian Westbeld, General Manager, Raffles Singapore.

Key Points: 
  • The newly restored Raffles will provide an experience like no other," said Christian Westbeld, General Manager, Raffles Singapore.
  • Jeannette Ho, Vice President, Raffles Brand and Strategic Relationships, Raffles Hotels and Resorts, commented, "We are very pleased to be part of the reopening of the iconic Raffles Singapore officially returning to the city, refreshed, reimagined and revitalised.
  • ABOUT RAFFLES SINGAPORE: Opened in 1887, Raffles Singapore is one of the few remaining great 19th century hotels in the world.
  • Leenu Tarani, Assistant Director of Marketing & Communications, Raffles Singapore, T: +65 6412 1316, E: [email protected] ; Jesmine Hall, Director of Marketing & Communications, Raffles Singapore, T: +65 6412 1307, E: [email protected]