Choice Hotels International Acquires Remaining Stake in Choice Hotels Canada from InnVest Hotels

Hyatt Hotels Corporation Acquires Standard International

August 21, 2024

Restaurants & Hospitality

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced it will acquire the brands and most affiliates of Standard International, the parent company of The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels, forming a new dedicated lifestyle group headquartered in New York City. The asset-light transaction covers management, franchise and license contracts for 21 open hotels (about 2,000 rooms) and includes a $150 million base purchase price with up to $185 million of contingent consideration.

Norvestor Acquires Majority Stake in CIC Hospitality AS

December 13, 2021

Restaurants & Hospitality

Norvestor VIII has signed an agreement to acquire a majority of the shares in CIC Hospitality AS, a Nordic provider of affordable, high-quality accommodation. The investment will support CIC’s growth and geographic expansion across the Nordics while retaining management, key employees and board members as shareholders.

Northland Properties Acquires Canadian Rights to Denny's Brand

January 20, 2026

Restaurants & Hospitality

Northland Properties has acquired the trademarks, intellectual property and exclusive rights to the Denny's brand in Canada, consolidating full control of the chain after more than three decades as its master franchisor. The transaction also includes an equity stake in Denny's Inc., positioning Northland to align with the global brand while pursuing Canadian-specific growth and operational strategies for the network of ~85 restaurants employing over 3,500 people.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation Acquires Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V.

June 17, 2025

Restaurants & Hospitality

Hyatt Hotels Corporation completed the acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V., adding 15 all-inclusive resorts across Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica to its Inclusive Collection. The deal expands Hyatt's all-inclusive footprint and capabilities, incorporating properties already operating under Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara brands; Hyatt said it will provide additional financial details on its Q2 2025 earnings call.

Enterprise Holdings Acquires Discount Car and Truck Rentals

September 2, 2020

Transportation

Enterprise Holdings’ Canadian subsidiary has closed its acquisition of Discount Car and Truck Rentals, including Discount’s corporate-owned locations and the Quebec licensee’s daily rental businesses. The deal expands Enterprise’s Canadian footprint and truck-rental capabilities by combining complementary networks, adding locations and an expanded fleet to better serve leisure, commercial and insurance-replacement customers across Canada.

Aviva plc Acquires Optiom O2 Holdings Inc

January 5, 2024

Insurance

Aviva plc, through its Aviva Canada business, has acquired Optiom O2 Holdings Inc (Optiom) from Novacap Financial Services I for approximately £100 million (c. CAD$170m). The deal strengthens Aviva Canada's specialty lines and distribution capabilities in the Canadian market and supports the group's capital‑light growth strategy.