$133.6M resort planned in Newport, Ky.

A $133.6 million Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts location is planned for Newport in northern Kentucky. The plan by a joint venture of North American Properties, Stormont Hospitality Group and High Street Real Estate Partners calls for 264 hotel rooms, a bar and grill, and retail and event space on a site along the Ohio River […] The post $133.6M resort planned in Newport, Ky. first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.

Accor to rapidly expand in Chinese hotel market

Accor is expected to take on 125 hotel partnerships in China before the end of the year, including brands like Fairmont, Ibis, Sofitel and Raffles. The country has seen a strong post-pandemic recovery, with occupancy rates and revenue per available room in mainland China and Macao returning to or surpassing 2019 levels. BNN Bloomberg (Canada) The post Accor to rapidly expand in Chinese hotel market first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.

Cilantro Taco Grill sets its sights on global growth

Fast-casual Mexican concept Cilantro Taco Grill started in a Chicago suburb and has goals to grow from 15 to 1,000 locations over the next decade, with support from Fransmart and musician Pitbull. The partners plan to expand further in the Chicago area before exploring growth in 100 major North American markets and international locations including […] The post Cilantro Taco Grill sets its sights on global growth first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.

New report outlines steps to speed up energy transition

AECOM, a global infrastructure consulting firm, has recently published a report delving into the intricacies of the global energy transition. This report, The Future of Infrastructure: Lost in Transition?, examines key strategies and initiatives tailored to empower companies, including those in the construction industry, in achieving their energy goals. The findings presented in the report … The post New report outlines steps to speed up energy transition appeared first on Inside Construction.

Global Nuclear Energy Build Is Boosted At Big Climate Change Forum

22 nations, including UAE building its first nuclear plant, agree to triple capacity by 2050, but construction cost, supply chain and permit realities are hurdles, sector experts say.