Mandarin Oriental signs agreement for new hotel in Shanghai
19 October 2010
Luxury hospitality company Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has signed an agreement to manage a new hotel in Pudong, Shanghai.
The hotel, which will feature 362 guestrooms and 210 serviced apartments, is scheduled to open in 2013.
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai will be located in the heart of the Lujiazui Central Financial District.
Facilities include a spa, indoor swimming pool, and fitness centre.
The project owner is Shanghai Rui Ming Real Estate Company; a joint venture between the Hong Kong listed CITIC Pacific Limited and the PRC state-owned China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC).
“We are delighted to be bringing Mandarin Oriental’s renowned levels of hospitality to Shanghai – China’s vibrant commercial and financial center,” said Edouard Ettedgui, group chief executive of Mandarin Oriental. “This development in the prominent new district of Lujiazui presents an ideal opportunity to further establish our luxury brand in the mainland.”
“We look forward to working with Mandarin Oriental on creating a luxurious and elegant hotel which will become the landmark of the overall Harbour City development,” said Mr. Wang Ande, director and general manager of Shanghai Rui Ming Real Estate Company. “The reputation of Mandarin Oriental as an award-winning international brand, renowned for its exemplary service and attention to detail, makes it an ideal partner for this exciting project. The hotel will provide exceptional services to support the numerous financial headquarters in the Lujiazui area.”
