Competition is fierce in the international MICE (Meeting, Incentive, Convention, Events): each destination is preparing its weapons to attract the favours of major congresses and trade fairs, with substantial economic spin-offs for the lucky winners. Aware that the quality and capacity of event infrastructures are not enough, two French - and even European - heavyweights in the sector have decided to join forces: Tuesday, Viparis and AccorHotels have unveiled a new partnership. The aim: " strengthen its competitiveness as part ofcalls for tender launched by event organisers ". To achieve this, the two partners intend to improve the visibility of the available hotel stock, by offering a "one-stop shop". offer of rooms pre-booked several years in advance. In concrete terms, AccorHotels guarantees a allotment of rooms close to the three hubs of the Ile-de-France region: the Palais des Congrès of Paris, the Paris Nord Villepinte and Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
Viparis and AccorHotels send out a strong signal
" Through this partnership, Viparis and AccorHotels are sending out a strong signal "Stéphane Bensimon, Deputy Managing Director of AccorHotels HotelServices France. " Now, more than ever, we are in a position to meet the requirements of organisers with a large capacity and diversity in terms of accommodation offers. Our aim is to work with Viparis to win a large number of tenders, to offer a unique holiday experience thanks to our various BtoB brands and services and, finally, to position Paris as the best option for hosting major international events. "adds Stéphane BensimonDeputy Managing Director of AccorHotels HotelServices France.
Pablo Nakhlé Cerruti, Deputy Director of Viparis, reminds us that ". Our customers are looking for sites with a large capacity and a range of associated services, including accommodation is a top priority. With the opening of the Paris Convention Centre in 2017 in the heart of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, it is all the more necessary to make the most of our extensive range of hotels. By teaming up with our partner AccorHotels, we are able to enhance our international offering with booking facilities that are relevant, varied and of the highest quality. ".
