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Panthers Group ink deal with Accor for Pullman Sydney Penrith
The Panthers Group has signed an agreement with Accor for a new five-star Pullman hotel at the Penrith Panthers precinct in Western Sydney
Opening in the fourth quarter of 2023 , the landmark precinct will consist of an upscale 153-room Pullman Sydney Penrith hotel , a 1,000-person conference centre and a community centre . The project will transform the area and create a new state-of-the-art business and entertainment destination for the local community and visitors alike .
The hotel is adjoined to and will service the new 1,250sqm Western Sydney Conference Centre ( WSCC ), which will complement the Group ’ s current meetings and events business and host industry tradeshows , exhibitions and other major events .
Panthers Group Chief Executive Officer , Brian Fletcher , said : “ Pullman Sydney Penrith will be an elevated addition to Western Sydney ’ s tourism offering and builds upon the existing and upcoming new amenities within the Panthers precinct and the wider Penrith locale . It is part of our ongoing commitment to deliver world-class facilities to the local community . This development will further enhance Penrith ’ s reputation as a world-class event and tourism destination .”
The City of Penrith is on the precipice of a significant tourism boom , with additional major infrastructure works underway to further enhance the destination , including the upcoming Western Sydney International Airport just a 30-minute drive away ( set to open in 2026 ).
Accor Pacific Chief Executive Officer , Sarah Derry , said : “ We are thrilled to partner with the Panthers Group to deliver Pullman Sydney Penrith . Western Sydney is widely renowned as the engine room of Sydney and we are incredibly proud of our thriving hotels and incredible teams here .
“ Pullman Sydney Penrith will offer leisure and business travellers memorable guest experiences and superb facilities and , once open , this hotel will quickly become the leading accommodation choice in Penrith .
“ Sport plays a crucial role in Australian culture and , by tourism and sporting organisations working together , our guests have the ability to enjoy incredible experiences and service .”
This landmark new hotel announcement is off the back of Accor ’ s seven year deal for the naming rights of Accor Stadium at Sydney ’ s Olympic Park , which delivers incredible experiences for ALL – Accor Live Limitless loyalty
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The community centre will serve as a hub for local organisations to operate from , with flexible space for a broad range of community programs . The Panthers Group anticipate this space as a flexible , multi-purpose venue that will enable organisations within the Penrith Community that are helping challenged and vulnerable locals to expand their programs and operate within a state-of-the-art building close to all local amenities .
Located at the foot of the Blue Mountains , WSCC and Pullman Sydney Penrith is perfectly positioned at the gateway to Western Sydney . In the City of Penrith , Accor also operates Mercure Penrith , which is located adjacent to the Penrith Panthers precinct and will continue to work with the Panthers Group . S
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40 Executive PA | Summer Issue 2023