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The Ascott positions itself for growth and tie-ups with global firms

It aims to have 80,000 units by 2020, from 52,000 units today. It wants to expand in the US and enter Africa

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Nisha Ramchandani

Nisha Ramchandani

Published Mon, Jan 9, 2017 · 09:50 PM

    Singapore

    SERVICED-residence operator The Ascott is banking on innovation, partnerships and new capabilities as it positions itself for the future in a dynamic operating environment.

    This includes tie-ups with online vacation rental business Tujia and Ali Baba-backed Alitrip, as well as talking to international start-ups to explore potential disruptors and emerging business models.

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