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Marriott and Blacksand Partner on 10 Saudi Arabia Hotels
Marriott International and Blacksand have entered a multi-brand agreement to develop 10 properties in Saudi Arabia, spanning luxury to extended-stay segments. The projects are scheduled for phased openings through 2030 and are expected to create over 6,000 jobs.
Key Takeaways
- 1Monitor the development of 1,300+ rooms across Riyadh and other Saudi cities scheduled through 2030.
- 2Leverage multi-brand portfolios including St. Regis, Moxy, and Courtyard to capture diverse traveler segments in the Middle East.
- 3Prepare for significant local hiring requirements, as the deal aims to create 6,000 roles with a 60% Saudi national quota.
Source: Hotels Magazine
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