Emaar appoints hospitality and leisure unit CEO

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By Alexander Cornwell

DUBAI: Dubai’s Emaar Properties , builder of the world’s tallest tower, announced the appointment of Olivier Harnisch as the chief executive of its hospitality and leisure business Emaar Hospitality Group.

Harnisch joins from Brussels-based Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, where he previously served as chief operating officer, the developer said in a statement.

He will be responsible for overseeing Emaar’s three hotel brands: The Address Hotels + Resorts, Vida Hotels and Resorts, and Rove Hotels and leisure assets.

(Editing by Tom Arnold)