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The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has revealed plans to expand its presence in Egypt with
Lucknam Park Hotel and Spa, Emblems Collection, close to Bath in the UK, has relaunched
More than 30 industry speakers took part in discussions about wellness hospitality design and operations
International celebrations of wellness have proliferated this year, so we're taking a look at the
Emma Darby is taking on a newly-created role of global VP for spa and wellness
Accor has released a comprehensive white paper designed to deepen understanding of wellness design and
Elevate Arena
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One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In 2025, wellness will shift from fleeting fads to science-driven authenticity, predicts Emlyn Brown, Accor’s
Global hotel brand Sofitel has partnered with researchers at Paris City University to gain deeper
Cellular skincare and spa brand Swissline has launched a new 75-minute facial titled the Swiss
Work is underway to realise a new Rixos resort in Dubai following a partnership between
Luxury French beauty brand Lancôme has entered the Latin American spa market with a new
The spa at Hotel Sofitel London Heathrow has reopened with a brand new treatment menu
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Luxury Swiss skincare brand Swissline will launch in Ireland on 1 February at The Shelbourne,
The HydraFacial EMEA Team recently took part in a show stopping event in collaboration with
The five-star Sofitel London St James hotel has announced a new partnership with French spa
French luxury brand L'Occitane en Provence has strengthened its partnership with hotel giant Accor with
Advanced aesthetic technology company HydraFacial has opened the doors to its first permanent home in
After a five year project, the world’s first hotel and spa designed solely by late
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Drowning in a sea of post-lockdown client demand? Looking to yield revenue opportunities without impacting
Advanced aesthetic technology company HydraFacial has opened two pop-up locations in Dubai and London following
Katie Towersey has been appointed as the new spa director for Rockliffe Hall, the five-star
Global hospitality group, Accor, is launching in-room restorative wellness programming at select North and Central
Global hotel operator, Accor, has published a paper dedicated to wellness across its portfolio of
Saturday, 8 June 2019 will mark the eighth annual Global Wellness Day (GWD), and thousands
Sofitel Villa Borghese Rome is on track to launch this summer, following an extensive renovation
Emlyn Brown has joined AccorHotels as VP of well-being for its luxury brands and will
AccorHotels will acquire Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts for a cash amount of CHF560 million (€482
AccorHotels has partnered with Rythm, a neurotechnology company, in a pilot programme that brings Rythm’s
A new spa has opened at the historic Grand Hotel la Cloche in Dijon, France.
Vietnam is positioning itself as a world-class destination for spa with five of the country’s
Situated on a Patong hilltop in southwestern Phuket and overlooking two bays, Avista Hideaway Phuket
Pullman Hotels and Resorts has designed a complete wellness offer for fitness and spa, embracing
Lindsay Madden-Nadeau and Aldina Duarte Ramos will both remain with Accor after the company’s acquisition
AccorHotels has bought a 5 per cent stake in luxury resort operator Banyan Tree in
Andrew Gibson has been named vice president of wellbeing for Accor Luxury. Gibson was previously
World famous fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld is moving into the world of hospitality design by
Following the approval of shareholders at the General Shareholders Meeting yesterday (12 July), AccorHotels Group
More than 3,000 properties across 100 countries are expected to take part in Global Wellness
Dubai-based spa consultancy Esadore International has named Michael Monsod as director of wellness operations and
To celebrate International Women's Day 2016 today, AccorHotels has launched an initiative to champion women
12,300
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
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Featured press releases
MyZone press release: Myzone global data reveals the building blocks of consistent exercise habits
A major new report from Myzone, the global leader in motivation technology for fitness, reveals how motivation becomes habit and how that transformation drives member retention and long-term business growth.
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GLL press release: GLL highlights the importance of drowning prevention to kids nationally as summer holidays near
School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
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Sofitel news

The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has revealed plans to expand its presence in Egypt with
Lucknam Park Hotel and Spa, Emblems Collection, close to Bath in the UK, has relaunched
More than 30 industry speakers took part in discussions about wellness hospitality design and operations
International celebrations of wellness have proliferated this year, so we're taking a look at the
Emma Darby is taking on a newly-created role of global VP for spa and wellness
Accor has released a comprehensive white paper designed to deepen understanding of wellness design and
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
In 2025, wellness will shift from fleeting fads to science-driven authenticity, predicts Emlyn Brown, Accor’s
Global hotel brand Sofitel has partnered with researchers at Paris City University to gain deeper
Cellular skincare and spa brand Swissline has launched a new 75-minute facial titled the Swiss
Work is underway to realise a new Rixos resort in Dubai following a partnership between
Luxury French beauty brand Lancôme has entered the Latin American spa market with a new
The spa at Hotel Sofitel London Heathrow has reopened with a brand new treatment menu
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
Celebrating its milestone fifth anniversary, W3Fit EMEA returns in 2026 with an unmissable gathering of
Luxury Swiss skincare brand Swissline will launch in Ireland on 1 February at The Shelbourne,
The HydraFacial EMEA Team recently took part in a show stopping event in collaboration with
The five-star Sofitel London St James hotel has announced a new partnership with French spa
French luxury brand L'Occitane en Provence has strengthened its partnership with hotel giant Accor with
Advanced aesthetic technology company HydraFacial has opened the doors to its first permanent home in
After a five year project, the world’s first hotel and spa designed solely by late
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Drowning in a sea of post-lockdown client demand? Looking to yield revenue opportunities without impacting
Advanced aesthetic technology company HydraFacial has opened two pop-up locations in Dubai and London following
Katie Towersey has been appointed as the new spa director for Rockliffe Hall, the five-star
Global hospitality group, Accor, is launching in-room restorative wellness programming at select North and Central
Global hotel operator, Accor, has published a paper dedicated to wellness across its portfolio of
Saturday, 8 June 2019 will mark the eighth annual Global Wellness Day (GWD), and thousands
Sofitel Villa Borghese Rome is on track to launch this summer, following an extensive renovation
Emlyn Brown has joined AccorHotels as VP of well-being for its luxury brands and will
AccorHotels will acquire Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts for a cash amount of CHF560 million (€482
AccorHotels has partnered with Rythm, a neurotechnology company, in a pilot programme that brings Rythm’s
A new spa has opened at the historic Grand Hotel la Cloche in Dijon, France.
Vietnam is positioning itself as a world-class destination for spa with five of the country’s
Situated on a Patong hilltop in southwestern Phuket and overlooking two bays, Avista Hideaway Phuket
Pullman Hotels and Resorts has designed a complete wellness offer for fitness and spa, embracing
Lindsay Madden-Nadeau and Aldina Duarte Ramos will both remain with Accor after the company’s acquisition
AccorHotels has bought a 5 per cent stake in luxury resort operator Banyan Tree in
Andrew Gibson has been named vice president of wellbeing for Accor Luxury. Gibson was previously
World famous fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld is moving into the world of hospitality design by
Following the approval of shareholders at the General Shareholders Meeting yesterday (12 July), AccorHotels Group
More than 3,000 properties across 100 countries are expected to take part in Global Wellness
Dubai-based spa consultancy Esadore International has named Michael Monsod as director of wellness operations and
To celebrate International Women's Day 2016 today, AccorHotels has launched an initiative to champion women
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
New launch, Salus House, elevates boutique wellness with high service levels and a partnership with Technogym
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Company profiles
Company profile: Kemitron GmbH
Kemitron is a German family-owned company specialising in the development and manufacture of high-quality products ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Escape Fitness Ltd
Escape Fitness has driven fitness innovation for 20+ years. Founded by engineer Richard Januszek and ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
MyZone press release: Myzone global data reveals the building blocks of consistent exercise habits
A major new report from Myzone, the global leader in motivation technology for fitness, reveals how motivation becomes habit and how that transformation drives member retention and long-term business growth.
Featured press releases
GLL press release: GLL highlights the importance of drowning prevention to kids nationally as summer holidays near
School assemblies and water safety messages as part of swim lessons.   The UK's largest public pools and swim school operator, GLL, is providing timely activities during Drowning Prevention Week (13-20 June 2026) to raise awareness of water safety ahead of kids breaking up for the summer holidays.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Living Earth Crafts: Spa and beauty equipment
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
13-13 Jun 2026
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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