Marco Polo Appoints Duncan Palmer as MD of New Hotel in Hong Kong

Marco Polo has appointed Duncan Palmer as Managing Director of its new Hong Kong flagship property, the Murray Building which is scheduled to open in October 2017.

Mr. Palmer has over 35 years of experience working in senior management roles for The Savoy in London and luxury hotel groups including Mandarin Oriental and Langham.

Originating from the United Kingdom, Mr. Palmer is no stranger to Hong Kong. He spent four years in the city during his tenure with Langham Hospitality Group, as Managing Director of The Langham, Hong Kong and was Vice President Design for the group worldwide.

“Duncan has built his formidable career on the foundations of the world’s iconic hotels,” said Jennifer Cronin, President of Marco Polo Hotels. “He is an inspiring hotelier and we are indeed proud to have Duncan join as Managing Director for our new Hong Kong flagship. We are confident that he will launch and establish the Murray Building as an iconic landmark hotel that will redefine the city’s luxury hotel landscape.”

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