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merger news

With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
This story was updated at 14.00GMT on 14 March 2024 and 16.00 GMT on 15
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Accor’s high-end brand Raffles Hotels & Resorts is set to land in northwestern Saudia Arabia
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making wellbeing
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Two iconic theme park operators, Cedar Fair and Six Flags, have confirmed they are merging.
Peloton, which announced a major rebrand in May is also relaunching into the B2B market
Private investment firm Starwood Capital Group and real estate and hospitality company, Adventurous Journeys Capital
Online beauty and wellness booking company Treatwell has recently partnered with Apple Maps to allow
Arch Amenities Group* (AAG) has expanded its executive team and appointed Susan Grey and Todd
Authorities in Costa Rica have confirmed the death of RSG Group founder, Rainer Schaller and
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Spa, beauty, wellness and medical equipment supplier Gharieni Group has completed the acquisition of established
Beauty and wellness services booking platform Treatwell and salon management software Uala have merged into
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has opened a new club in Cricklewood Lane, London. The launch
Myzone has announced a partnership with workforce wellness platform Wellonomics. The partnership will see Myzone
The Hamburg-based software company Sport Alliance has acquired easySolution GmbH. With the "Magicline" team and
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has reorganised its top team in order to expand its estate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Cloud-based spa and salon software supplier for the beauty, wellness, and fitness industries, Zenoti, has
The merger of two tech firms will result in the creation of a business software
Arne Sorenson, Marriott International president and CEO, unexpectedly passed away, aged 62, on 15 February
Hospitality groups, Accor and Ennismore are entering into exclusive negotiations to form a new lifestyle
Experience UK has completed a merger with ALES UK – the industry body for manufacturers
Two functional fitness franchises are continuing their legal battle over a dispute relating to patents.
Australian HIIT chain F45 is set to list on the US-based NASDAQ stock exchange, after
Nearly two thirds (64 per cent) of the world’s health and fitness clubs are currently
Although the facts may seem less relevant now due to the coroavirus pandemic, new numbers
Vedere Ventures has announced today (4 March) that it is investing in new global fitness
GHD Group has acquired UK-based crowd dynamics consultancy Movement Strategies, signalling the architecture and design
Following its acquisition by Perkins and Will (PW) early last year, Schmidt Hammer Lassen (SHL)
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and the US Department of Justice have given
Virgin Galactic believes it has the necessary financial muscle to reach commercialisation with its proposed
Global attractions giant, Merlin Entertainments, has been sold to the family behind toy firm Lego
Two American Civil War institutions in Richmond, Virginia, have merged to form a new museum
As reported in HCM earlier this month, the European health and fitness market continued to
Leisure operators Fusion Lifestyle and Active Life have committed to investing £11.5m in improving facilities
AEG Facilities and SMG have revealed plans to merge, creating a standalone global facility management
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
Health and wellness-focused hospitality brand Fusion has teamed up with Alba Vietnam to operate two
Great National Hotels and Resorts has completed the merger with The Hotel Partnership for an
12,300
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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Life lessons
I know what good looks like when we achieve government engagement
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
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Company profiles
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
Salt therapy products
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Lockers
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Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
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Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
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Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

merger news

With a new master franchisee on board, the rollout of Anytime Fitness in the Middle
Orangetheory Fitness has 'massive expectations' for growth in the UK and Europe and sees potential
This story was updated at 14.00GMT on 14 March 2024 and 16.00 GMT on 15
Orangetheory and Self Esteem Brands have revealed plans to merge 'as equals' creating a new
Accor’s high-end brand Raffles Hotels & Resorts is set to land in northwestern Saudia Arabia
The UK’s most recently-formed local government body – North Yorkshire Council – is making wellbeing
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Two iconic theme park operators, Cedar Fair and Six Flags, have confirmed they are merging.
Peloton, which announced a major rebrand in May is also relaunching into the B2B market
Private investment firm Starwood Capital Group and real estate and hospitality company, Adventurous Journeys Capital
Online beauty and wellness booking company Treatwell has recently partnered with Apple Maps to allow
Arch Amenities Group* (AAG) has expanded its executive team and appointed Susan Grey and Todd
Authorities in Costa Rica have confirmed the death of RSG Group founder, Rainer Schaller and
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Spa, beauty, wellness and medical equipment supplier Gharieni Group has completed the acquisition of established
Beauty and wellness services booking platform Treatwell and salon management software Uala have merged into
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has opened a new club in Cricklewood Lane, London. The launch
Myzone has announced a partnership with workforce wellness platform Wellonomics. The partnership will see Myzone
The Hamburg-based software company Sport Alliance has acquired easySolution GmbH. With the "Magicline" team and
David Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has reorganised its top team in order to expand its estate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Cloud-based spa and salon software supplier for the beauty, wellness, and fitness industries, Zenoti, has
The merger of two tech firms will result in the creation of a business software
Arne Sorenson, Marriott International president and CEO, unexpectedly passed away, aged 62, on 15 February
Hospitality groups, Accor and Ennismore are entering into exclusive negotiations to form a new lifestyle
Experience UK has completed a merger with ALES UK – the industry body for manufacturers
Two functional fitness franchises are continuing their legal battle over a dispute relating to patents.
Australian HIIT chain F45 is set to list on the US-based NASDAQ stock exchange, after
Nearly two thirds (64 per cent) of the world’s health and fitness clubs are currently
Although the facts may seem less relevant now due to the coroavirus pandemic, new numbers
Vedere Ventures has announced today (4 March) that it is investing in new global fitness
GHD Group has acquired UK-based crowd dynamics consultancy Movement Strategies, signalling the architecture and design
Following its acquisition by Perkins and Will (PW) early last year, Schmidt Hammer Lassen (SHL)
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and the US Department of Justice have given
Virgin Galactic believes it has the necessary financial muscle to reach commercialisation with its proposed
Global attractions giant, Merlin Entertainments, has been sold to the family behind toy firm Lego
Two American Civil War institutions in Richmond, Virginia, have merged to form a new museum
As reported in HCM earlier this month, the European health and fitness market continued to
Leisure operators Fusion Lifestyle and Active Life have committed to investing £11.5m in improving facilities
AEG Facilities and SMG have revealed plans to merge, creating a standalone global facility management
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
Health and wellness-focused hospitality brand Fusion has teamed up with Alba Vietnam to operate two
Great National Hotels and Resorts has completed the merger with The Hotel Partnership for an
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We saw a 58 per cent growth in companies launching one of our schemes from 2022 to 2023, which demonstrates prioritisation of employee health and wellbeing
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: GANTNER
GANTNER optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs....
Company profiles
Company profile: miha bodytec
Founded in 2007 in Gersthofen, Germany, miha bodytec is the market-leading supplier of Electro Muscle ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Pioneering project boosts business in Basingstoke
A sports complex might not be your first thought when you’re looking for a peaceful and comfortable, drop-in workspace. However, that could soon change thanks to an innovative new project at Basingstoke Leisure Centre.
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: The future of fitness education: The Health and Fitness Institute champions digital learning
The Health and Fitness Institute (THFI) is leading a revolutionary paradigm shift in fitness education by fully embracing digital learning.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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