Marjan Acquires and Integrates RAK Hospitality Holding in Landmark Merger

Banyan Group Acquires Majority Stake in Newmark Hotels & Reserves

September 17, 2026

Media & Entertainment

Banyan Group announced a strategic partnership and acquisition of a majority stake in Newmark Hotels & Reserves under a phased ownership structure that is intended to lead to full ownership over time. Newmark will join as a collection brand, bringing a managed portfolio of 26 hotels, lodges, and reserves across seven African countries while retaining its existing brand and leadership.

MARA Holdings Agrees to Acquire Long Ridge Energy Power LLC from FTAI Infrastructure

April 30, 2026

Infrastructure

MARA Holdings, Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Long Ridge Energy Power LLC from FTAI Infrastructure Inc. for an approximately $1.5 billion transaction value (including assumed debt). The deal includes the Long Ridge 505 MW combined-cycle gas power plant in Hannibal, Ohio, plus land and related digital infrastructure campus assets, expected to support MARA’s AI and critical IT expansion plans.

Waterford Hotel Group and Maverick Hotels & Restaurants Merge

December 1, 2025

Restaurants & Hospitality

Waterford Hotel Group and Maverick Hotels & Restaurants have merged to create a combined hospitality management platform with a portfolio of more than 50 properties. The strategic merger expands geographic reach (adding strength in the Midwest and Chicago market), broadens brand mix across Marriott and Hilton properties and boutique inns, and positions the combined company for accelerated growth and development activity.

Hotel Equities and Springboard Hospitality Merge

May 6, 2025

Restaurants & Hospitality

Hotel Equities and Springboard Hospitality announced a strategic merger effective May 1 to create a scaled, owner-focused hotel management company operating across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Ben Rafter (formerly CEO of Springboard) will serve as CEO of the combined company and Brad Rahinsky (former Hotel Equities CEO) will serve as chairman, with the combined firm leveraging complementary strengths in branded and independent/lifestyle hotel management.

Aramark Acquires Forever Resorts Properties, Rebrands Leisure Division as Aramark Destinations

April 13, 2022

Restaurants & Hospitality

Aramark has signed an agreement to acquire a collection of Forever Resorts destination properties and will rebrand its Leisure division as Aramark Destinations. The deal transfers operations of 12 vacation and outdoor-adventure properties located in and around U.S. national parks to Aramark, expanding its portfolio of destinations and cultural attractions across North America.

Access Holdings Invests in Oasis Marinas

July 8, 2021

Real Estate

Access Holdings, a Baltimore-based mid-market investment firm, announced a partnership/investment in Annapolis-based Oasis Marinas to support the company's growth and scale operations. Oasis Marinas operates marina management services across more than 40 locations and Access will provide capital, operational support, and technology to enhance the customer and marina-owner experience.