(TAN): Global corporate lodging platform HRS has extended its strategic partnership with Radisson Hotel Group to connect business travellers with Radisson’s reopened properties around the world.
Radisson Hotel Group implemented comprehensive safety & cleanliness standards across its global portfolio as part of its ongoing commitment to enhanced health and safety measures for both business and leisure travellers. In May, the group introduced the Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol, verified by SGS, the inspection, testing and certification company.
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In a corresponding initiative, HRS in June launched its Clean & Safe Protocol, facilitating labels that appear in online procurement and booking channels used by corporations. These labels make it easy for business travellers to quickly determine if a property has upgraded cleaning standards.
As much as 52% of respondents to HRS’ August Business Traveler Sentiment Survey said the updated hygiene standards is the leading driver of hotel adoption. This follows HRS’ May survey of corporate clients, which found that 86% of programs would only consider hotels with enhanced cleaning protocols. All Radisson Hotel Group hotels which have implemented the measures outlined in the Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol and been verified by SGS are also certified by the HRS Safe & Clean label.
HRS’ strategic partnership with Radisson Hotel Group opens the door for both parties to attract more corporate travellers.
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“We look forward to collaborating with HRS to simplify and streamline the procurement process as businesses seek full clarity on our hygiene and safety protocol,” said Eric De Neef, EVP and global chief commercial officer of Radisson Hotel Group. “HRS’ transparent approach to managed travel, in conjunction with its advanced distribution capabilities, makes them a strategic partner for the next phase of Radisson Hotel Group’s growth within the corporate sector. As we continue to open more business hotels in emerging markets and established countries alike, we stand to gain from HRS’ insights into traveler shopping and booking trends.”
“HRS has created the most comprehensive ecosystem for corporate lodging, enabling cost-saving processes for corporations and a more seamless, touchless experience for travellers,” said Tobias Ragge, CEO of HRS. “We’re also leveraging proprietary technology to help hotel partners gain greater visibility and bookings with corporate programs. Radisson Hotel Group has clearly embarked on a mission to enhance their global footprint, and is using the latest data and technological capabilities to drive value for our mutual customers.”
