The companies have signed an agreement to explore hotel development opportunities in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland. Credit: Scandic Hotels Group AB.

Scandic Hotels Group and Hilton have signed an agreement to explore and pursue hotel development opportunities in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland.

The multi-year arrangement will leverage Hilton’s international brands and commercial reach and Scandic’s regional operating platform, local expertise, and Nordic presence.

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The partnership will consider individual development projects for the two companies across the Nordic region. It does not involve a wider conversion of Scandic’s existing hotel portfolio.

The first project under the agreement is planned for Copenhagen.

Scandic has signed a deal for a Hilton Hotels & Resorts hotel at Scanport, near Copenhagen Airport.

The 284-room hotel will operate under a Hilton franchise agreement and be managed by Scandic. It is scheduled to open in 2029.

Construction is set to begin once outstanding conditions have been fulfilled.

Planned facilities include a restaurant and bar, meeting and events space, wellness amenities, a fitness area, and an executive lounge with views of the Öresund Strait.

Hilton president and CEO Chris Nassetta said: “This strategic agreement represents a significant milestone for Hilton in the Nordics, creating a clear pathway to expand our leading brands across four important markets.

“It reflects our long-term ambition for the region and, together with Scandic, opens the door to significant new opportunities for Hilton, our owners and our guests.”

Hilton and Scandic have worked together for more than 20 years.

Three Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties currently operate in Helsinki: Hilton Helsinki Airport, Hilton Helsinki Strand, and Hilton Helsinki Kalastajatorppa.

Hilton Helsinki Airport is also due to undergo a phased renovation programme. The work will update key guest areas and improve the overall hotel experience.

Scandic Hotels Group president and CEO Jens Mathiesen said: “This agreement is well aligned with Scandic’s long-term growth strategy.

“Having successfully franchised and operated Hilton hotels in Helsinki for many years, we have demonstrated the strength of combining a global brand with Scandic’s leading operational platform.

“Together with Hilton, we see attractive opportunities to grow and expand our business across the Nordics.”