Worldwide: Developer KOP Restricted has appointed Dalip Singh as chief government officer of its hospitality arm, Montigo Resorts.
Singh brings greater than 25 years of luxurious lodge administration expertise to his function, rejoining the enterprise since his departure in 2016. Beforehand, Singh spent 5 years with KOP Restricted and was a founding member of Montigo Resorts.
He has held further management positions with manufacturers together with Pan Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton, Dusit Worldwide, Shangri-La and Hyatt.
Singh’s first main venture as CEO might be overseeing the launch of 105-key Ellen Kensington in London, which is managed and operated by Montigo Resorts and is KOP’s first city lodge. The staff goals to increase with extra metropolis motels within the UK and Eire.
Elsewhere within the UK, Singh may also be chargeable for Montigo Resorts, Somerset at Charlton Home – a Grade II-listed, 28-bedroom nation home and thermal spa that opened in 2023.
The 2 Indonesian properties which can come below Singh’s management embody Montigo Resorts, Nongsa in Batam, and Montigo Resorts, Seminyak in Bali.
“I’m excited to return to KOP Ltd as CEO of Montigo Resorts,” mentioned Singh. “This isn’t only a homecoming, however an unbelievable alternative to steer a model I’ve at all times believed in.
“Our objective is to mix Montigo Resorts’ distinctive model of Asian hospitality with the calls for of the dynamic and evolving journey customers. The opening of Ellen Kensington is only the start of our bold plans to increase the manufacturers’ footprint to different markets throughout the subsequent 10 years. Our purpose is to create memorable, sustainable, and modern luxurious experiences from unforgettable escapes to particular occasions and festivals whereas providing unique, advantages and extra, that may resonate with friends worldwide. I look ahead to working with our proficient groups to deliver these visions to life,” he mentioned.
Ong Chih Ching, government chairman and government director of KOP Restricted, added: “Dalip Singh’s management type aligns completely with Montigo Resorts’ dedication to innovation and excellence. His intensive background in hospitality and confirmed monitor report in remodeling properties into market leaders make him the perfect particular person to steer our world growth efforts.”
