The concession is worth $1.3 billion
Dubai Deira Creek, part of the brand of the fast-growing Rezidor SAS Hospitality.
The property is currently the InterContinenal Hotel Dubai, an established landmark on the Deira Creekside and will be re-branded Radisson SAS as of October 1 this year.
Flückiger, a Swiss national, has extensive international hospitality industry experience, having held numerous food and beverage positions in Europe, South America and Asia. He takes up his new role following four years as General Manager of Radisson SAS Hotel, Kuwait.
"Andreas's knowledge of the region and of Radisson SAS will be a real asset to the hotel, especially during the re-branding phase of the property," said Jean-Marc Busato, Vice-President Middle East, Rezidor SAS Hospitality.
"This will be our second Radisson SAS in Dubai and with the support of the management team, we look forward to sharing our values." Radisson SAS Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek has 287 guest-rooms, including 39 suites, 16 food and beverage outlets as well as meeting and events facilities. The property is popular with business travellers and the GCC leisure market.
The concession is worth $1.3 billion
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