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IPO news

UK-based private hotel group Von Essen has announced plans to open a new riverside hotel
The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority (YDNPA) has launched an audio trail for visitors to
Virgin Galactic has revealed a full-scale conceptual mock-up of the interior of its VSS Enterprise
A US$4.5m (£2.4m, 3.5m euro) new spa has opened at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines
The Victoria & Albert Museum is to host another Friday Late event, combining film screenings,
The National Galleries of Scotland has launched its first video podcasts as a way of
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
InterContinental Hotels group is set to open its first property in Libya in 2009. The
Town Sports International Holdings Inc. (TSI) – which operates 145 fitness clubs in the US
The 12th Annual AALARA (Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association) conference wrapped on the Gold
Listed company Parken Sport & Entertainment (PSE) has bought Danish chain fitness dk for DKK
The Asian resort and spa operator Banyan Tree Holdings has lodged a draft prospectus with
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association invites you to participate in the annual national
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Station Casinos, one of America’s largest casino operators, has opened a new US$1bn (£563m, 815m
Shed – a private members’ club near Bank Station in the City of London –
The recently opened Rania & Water Garden Island Spa combines a private yacht charter with
Richard Branson has chosen Roswell, New Mexico, as the launch site for his Virgin Galactic
A spokesperson for the Hilton Group has confirmed that the company is close to concluding
The Australian Standards committee, ME51, has been provided with a starting point document drafted by
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Damian Aspinall’s flagship casino and entertainment venue, Aspers, is now open at The Gate in
Damian Aspinall’s flagship casino and entertainment venue, Aspers, is set to open at The Gate
Spirit Group – which operates an estate of more than 1,800 managed pubs – has
Online gambling group PartyGaming announced on 11 October that it will distance itself from third
Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group has bought back the 55 per cent interest in Virgin
Richard Branson has revealed plans to build five spaceships which could be ready to take
Keris Marsden, the British Hospitality Association’s (BHA) membership and IT manager, raised £700 for Hospitality
Gibraltar-based online gaming operator, Party Gaming, has began trading conditionally on the London Stock Exchange
One of the world’s largest online gaming companies, PartyGaming, is due to float on the
Lollipop’s Playlands, the Australian operator of children’s indoor entertainment centres, has confirmed it is to
Formal recognition of registers of exercise professionals operating in the UK, Australia and New Zealand
Five-a-side football centre operator, Powerleague, has announced its intention to float on the London Stock
London's Altitude Centre has added a brand new personal training device to its range of
Goals Soccer Centres floated on the London Stock Exchange’s (LSE) Alternative Investment Market (AIM) on
Virgin Atlantic and the Nigerian government have signed an agreement to create a new international
Laser or pulsed light hair removal - which works on the melanin in the hair
Soho Gyms has received a huge boost in membership thanks to the success of its
UK holiday parks operator, Center Parcs, has confirmed it will list on the London Stock
The five-star Swissôtel The Howard, in London, has launched a helicopter wine and dine package
Life Time Fitness has filed for a $200m (£113m) initial public offering with the Securities
Center Parcs UK has confirmed it is considering developing a fifth holiday village and plans
The world’s second largest pizza chain, Domino’s Pizza, is looking to cut its debts by
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
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People
Founder, Physique 57
Say no to anything that isn’t critically important to executing your business strategy and be aware that rapid growth is overrated
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
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
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
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
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Pulse Fitness
With an award-winning portfolio of over 450 pieces of cutting-edge, premium fitness equipment, Pulse Fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Precor
Precor has been a pioneer in delivering fitness experiences for commercial customers for more than ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Absolute Performance press release: Absolute Performance extends partnership with Team GB athlete Nekoda Smythe-Davis
Absolute Performance, the elite gym design and installation company, is thrilled to announce the continuation of its partnership with multi-medal-winning Team GB olympian Nekoda Smythe- Davis.
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.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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

IPO news

UK-based private hotel group Von Essen has announced plans to open a new riverside hotel
The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority (YDNPA) has launched an audio trail for visitors to
Virgin Galactic has revealed a full-scale conceptual mock-up of the interior of its VSS Enterprise
A US$4.5m (£2.4m, 3.5m euro) new spa has opened at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines
The Victoria & Albert Museum is to host another Friday Late event, combining film screenings,
The National Galleries of Scotland has launched its first video podcasts as a way of
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
InterContinental Hotels group is set to open its first property in Libya in 2009. The
Town Sports International Holdings Inc. (TSI) – which operates 145 fitness clubs in the US
The 12th Annual AALARA (Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association) conference wrapped on the Gold
Listed company Parken Sport & Entertainment (PSE) has bought Danish chain fitness dk for DKK
The Asian resort and spa operator Banyan Tree Holdings has lodged a draft prospectus with
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association invites you to participate in the annual national
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Station Casinos, one of America’s largest casino operators, has opened a new US$1bn (£563m, 815m
Shed – a private members’ club near Bank Station in the City of London –
The recently opened Rania & Water Garden Island Spa combines a private yacht charter with
Richard Branson has chosen Roswell, New Mexico, as the launch site for his Virgin Galactic
A spokesperson for the Hilton Group has confirmed that the company is close to concluding
The Australian Standards committee, ME51, has been provided with a starting point document drafted by
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Damian Aspinall’s flagship casino and entertainment venue, Aspers, is now open at The Gate in
Damian Aspinall’s flagship casino and entertainment venue, Aspers, is set to open at The Gate
Spirit Group – which operates an estate of more than 1,800 managed pubs – has
Online gambling group PartyGaming announced on 11 October that it will distance itself from third
Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group has bought back the 55 per cent interest in Virgin
Richard Branson has revealed plans to build five spaceships which could be ready to take
Keris Marsden, the British Hospitality Association’s (BHA) membership and IT manager, raised £700 for Hospitality
Gibraltar-based online gaming operator, Party Gaming, has began trading conditionally on the London Stock Exchange
One of the world’s largest online gaming companies, PartyGaming, is due to float on the
Lollipop’s Playlands, the Australian operator of children’s indoor entertainment centres, has confirmed it is to
Formal recognition of registers of exercise professionals operating in the UK, Australia and New Zealand
Five-a-side football centre operator, Powerleague, has announced its intention to float on the London Stock
London's Altitude Centre has added a brand new personal training device to its range of
Goals Soccer Centres floated on the London Stock Exchange’s (LSE) Alternative Investment Market (AIM) on
Virgin Atlantic and the Nigerian government have signed an agreement to create a new international
Laser or pulsed light hair removal - which works on the melanin in the hair
Soho Gyms has received a huge boost in membership thanks to the success of its
UK holiday parks operator, Center Parcs, has confirmed it will list on the London Stock
The five-star Swissôtel The Howard, in London, has launched a helicopter wine and dine package
Life Time Fitness has filed for a $200m (£113m) initial public offering with the Securities
Center Parcs UK has confirmed it is considering developing a fifth holiday village and plans
The world’s second largest pizza chain, Domino’s Pizza, is looking to cut its debts by
401 - 440 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
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
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
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
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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
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
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Go Fit’s value proposition is overwhelming. It makes us very attractive to a lot of people
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
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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.
Company profiles
Company profile: Pulse Fitness
With an award-winning portfolio of over 450 pieces of cutting-edge, premium fitness equipment, Pulse Fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Precor
Precor has been a pioneer in delivering fitness experiences for commercial customers for more than ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Absolute Performance press release: Absolute Performance extends partnership with Team GB athlete Nekoda Smythe-Davis
Absolute Performance, the elite gym design and installation company, is thrilled to announce the continuation of its partnership with multi-medal-winning Team GB olympian Nekoda Smythe- Davis.
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.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
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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