Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong welcomes new GM

Christopher Chia joins Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong as General Manager with immediate effect. He moves over from his previous capacity as Vice President at Shangri-La Hotel International Management Limited, a role which he had held since 2014, while also concurrently helming China World Hotel as GM from 2016 to 2019.

Chia’s career spans over 30 years with the Shangri-La Group, during which he has overseen flagship properties such as Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore; Edsa Shangri-La Hotel, Manila and Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing. He has also developed new projects under the Group’s portfolio across the North China region.

In his new role, Chia will oversee the daily operations of Island Shangri-La, including the extensive asset enhancement of guestrooms, a new wellness concept and the introduction of new family rooms and facilities. The project is expected to be completed by year-end.

His return will be pivotal in leading the hotel through these challenging times, managing the strategic growth of the property by venturing into new market segments, and further refining the guest experience at Island Shangri-La.

Besides managing the Island Shangri-La, Chia will also oversee Aberdeen Marina Club in his new capacity.