Jan. 30–Hospitality Management Holdings, or HMH, has signed a new management contract to operate Corp Al Khoory Hotel in Al Barsha, Dubai.

The move demonstrates the hotel operator’s commitment to growing its presence in the emirate while reinforcing its position in the UAE where it has been operating for the last 10 years, HMH said in a statement.

The 228-key hotel is owned by Mohammed Tayyeb Khoory & Sons, a business group with a long association with HMH.

Laurent A. Voivenel, chief executive, HMH, said the signing of the new contract builds on the Dubai-based hotel management company’s strong relationship with Al Khoory family. HMH already manages two properties — Coral Al Khoory Hotel Apartments — Dubai and Corp Executive Al Khoory Hotel — Al Wasl.

“They have been great associates and we are confident their exceptional experience in developing quality hotels will help us deliver yet another fabulous address for travelers to Dubai.”

Mohammed Tayyeb Khoory, chairman, Mohammed Tayyeb Khoory and Sons, said the strength of HMH’s experience and network, and the depth of its operational expertise are expected to bring great value to the new hotel and in providing guests with consistent and unique hospitality experience.

Scheduled to open in first quarter of 2016, Corp Al Khoory ?Hotel in Al Barsha — Dubai will be located in Al Barsha and will feature all standard facilities. The property will offer multiple food and beverages outlets, including an international all-day-dining restaurant and a lobby lounge.