ST. REGIS HOTELS & RESORTS CELEBRATES PRESTIGIOUS RECOGNITION OF THE ST. REGIS MACAO ON ASIA'S 50 BEST BARS 2024

The historic recognition marks a milestone for St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Greater China

SHANGHAI, July 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce that The St. Regis Bar at The St. Regis Macao has made a historic entry into Asia's 50 Best Bars 2024. This accolade celebrates the excellence of cocktail and bar culture across the continent, marking the first time St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Greater China has secured a place on the esteemed list.

"We are thrilled to be acknowledged by one of the highest accolades for cocktail and bar culture. The St. Regis Bar at The St. Regis Macao's inclusion in this year's Asia's 50 Best Bars is a testament to the relentless dedication and creativity of the hotel team," said Bart Buiring, Managing Director, Luxury, Greater China, Marriott International. "This also represents a first for the St. Regis Brand in Greater China, marking a significant step in our commitment to delivering extraordinary bar experiences for our guests."

Asia's 50 Best Bars is an annual list showcasing the best and most innovative talent in the region's drinks industry. Winners are selected by over 200 knowledgeable members across the bar industry, drinks media and mixology experts from Asia's 50 Best Bars Academy. This recognition places The St. Regis Bar at The St. Regis Macao among the most reputable and prestigious drinking scenes in Asia, right at the forefront of the future of mixology in the continent.

The St. Regis Bar at The St. Regis Macao, known for its opulent ambiance and sophisticated mixology, stands as a testament to the hotel's commitment to providing unparalleled drinking experiences. The bar brings its New York heritage through its artisan cocktails and beverages, such as Maria do Leste – which was forged from the city's unique "east-meets-west" culture, and the Macao Egg Tart – representing one of the city's most authentic flavors. Guests can also experience The Violet Hour, welcoming the transition from day to evening with three distinctive martinis, or indulge in mixologist Kevin Lai's impeccable cocktails that are inspired by Macao's and New York's heritages.

Across St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Greater China, the iconic St. Regis Bar embodies the legacy of the King Cole Bar at the brand's flagship property in New York City. Unique and different at select St. Regis hotel around the world, each venue of The St. Regis Bar serves as an intimate setting where guests can experience an inspired list of cocktails from the House of Astor. This significant accolade signals the start of a new chapter for The St. Regis Bar across St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Greater China, where each plays an increasingly vital role in providing bespoke experiences for the modern luminaries.

For more information on St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, please visit https://st-regis.marriott.com/.

About The St. Regis Macao
The St. Regis Macao is the most prestigious address on the Cotai Strip. The hotel offers 400 exquisitely styled and lavishly appointed guest rooms and features The Manor, a multi-experience dining destination, with five unique venues and The St. Regis Bar, an inviting retreat showcasing the full St Regis Bloody Mary World Collection, including The St. Regis Macao original recipe –Maria do Leste (Mary of the East). The Iridium Spa, on the 38th floor, is Macao's highest spa, boasting sweeping views of the stunning Cotai Strip and offers indulgent, personalized Gemstone treatments. For meetings and events, the regal, 628-square meter Astor Ballroom is perfect for gala celebrations, distinguished corporate events or momentous weddings and is seamlessly connected to the Sheraton Grand Macao on Level 5. For more information, please visit: www.stregismacao.com or follow The St. Regis Macao on Facebook, Instagram and WeChat@stregismacao.

About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts
Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at more than 55 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis Hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by the signature St. Regis Butler Service. For more information and new openings, visit stregis.com or follow Instagram and Facebook. St. Regis is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments , and unparalleled benefits including complimentary nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

About Marriott International Luxury Portfolio
With an unrivaled portfolio of eight dynamic luxury brands, Marriott International is creating authentic, rare, and enriching experiences sought by today's global luxurian. Spanning all corners of the world, Marriott International's luxury brands group offers a boundless network of more than 510 landmark hotels and resorts in 70 countries and territories through The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, EDITION, The Luxury Collection, JW Marriott, and W Hotels. From the world's most iconic destinations to the ultimate undiscovered gems, the international hospitality leader's collection of luxury brands is focused on elevating travel with highly contextualized, nuanced brand experiences that signal the future of luxury by allowing guests to indulge their passions while sparking personal growth.

About Marriott Bonvoy®
Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio offers renowned hospitality in the most memorable destinations in the world, with more than 30 brands that are tailored to every type of journey. From The Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis to W Hotels and more, Marriott Bonvoy has more luxury offerings than any other travel program. Members can earn points for stays at hotels and resorts, including all-inclusive resorts and premium home rentals, and through everyday purchases with co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem their points for experiences including future stays, Marriott Bonvoy Momentsâ„¢, or through partners for luxurious products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques®. To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

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ST. REGIS HOTELS & RESORTS CELEBRATES PRESTIGIOUS RECOGNITION OF THE ST. REGIS MACAO ON ASIA'S 50 BEST BARS 2024

STAVANGER, Norway, Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Gas Union (IGU), Snam and knowledge partner Rystad Energy, are releasing the 2024 Global Gas Report (GGR) at the ONS Conference.

Global gas markets stay in fragile equilibrium, with limited supply growth as demand rises steadily, up by 1.5% in 2023, with an expected acceleration to 2.1% by the end of 2024. Asia continues to be the key engine of this growth, while North America and the Middle East are in the lead on the exports.

Should gas demand continue to grow as in the last 4 years, without additional production development, a 22% global supply shortfall is expected by 2030. If demand continues to strengthen, the shortfall will be more pronounced. This underscores the urgent need to scale up investments.

Energy demand has continued to rise in developed and developing regions, while coal burning increased more than ever in 2023, remaining the biggest source of global energy emissions – which broke another record. If current energy demand and supply trends persist, 2030 targets outlined in policy driven decarbonisation scenarios will most likely be missed. In fact, despite efforts to enhance efficiency and ongoing industrial decline, Europe has experienced energy demand growth. In North America, energy demand has surpassed 2019 levels and continues to climb, fuelled by the transport sector and AI data centres. Asia's demand is also surging, particularly in the industrial sectors of India and China. Meanwhile, Africa's energy demand is growing faster than in most regions, driven by urban development, though it still falls short of the levels required for full energy access, as equitable electricity access remains a significant challenge in Africa and parts of South America. 

To contain the growth of greenhouse gas emissions and to make global gas market equilibrium resilient it is critical to both enhance investment in natural gas supply and scale up biomethane, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and low-carbon hydrogen technologies. Natural gas today provides an immediate opportunity to cut emissions from coal by 50% and from oil by 30% through cost-effective switching. Biomethane is a direct substitution for natural gas. Today, its scale is significantly below potential at roughly 1% of the natural gas market, and it is primarily produced in North America and Europe. However, new centres of production are emerging in hubs like China and India. CO₂ capture capacity, a crucial technology for a successful energy transition, is also gaining momentum, but its scale is still far below what is needed, same as for biomethane and low-carbon hydrogen. These technologies will play a critical role in decarbonising energy supply (especially in hard-to-abate sectors) and ensuring its resilience. Scaling them is essential, calling for urgent investment and enabling policies to start building the growing volumes of project proposals.

IGU President, Mme Li Yalan, commented: Energy and gas demand continue to grow, driven by improving living standards in the developing world, new demand trends, and ongoing growth in developed regions. We must look for a realistic way to balance these trends with long-term sustainability goals, such as building a diversified energy system, and comprehensive approaches to tackle climate change. Embracing innovative solutions and flexible policies will be key to navigate this highly uncertain energy landscape.

Snam CEO, Stefano Venier, commented: The energy transition represents a unique challenge for mankind. A journey that will not be linear, marked by great aspirations and many hurdles, from geopolitical tensions to technology disruptions and unforeseeable global economy developments. In this continuously evolving transformation, natural gas and related infrastructure represents a critical element of sustainable resiliency for the global energy system, while new green and low carbon molecules will play an essential role to achieve a just and technologically neutral transition.

Rystad Energy CEO, Jarand Rystad, commented:

Natural gas, now 30% of the fossil fuel mix, is cheaper and cleaner than oil and coal, with emissions significantly lower than both. As global LNG access expands, natural gas is on track to surpass coal by 2030 and oil by 2050. We're proud to support IGU and Snam in detailing these key market trends and the future trajectory of natural gas.

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About the Report: The 2024 Edition of the Global Gas Report is a collaborative effort by IGU and Snam, produced by Rystad Energy. It seeks to deliver global gas industry insights about the sector and to inform its stakeholders, partners, and global decision makers about the state of play today, highlighting future priorities. This is the sixth annual release, with the first Global Gas Report by the IGU and Snam delivered for the 2018 World Gas Conference.

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