Oslo, Stockholm, Hilversum - November 24, 2009 - Scandinavian Hospitality Group (SHG), the master franchisor for Marriott International in Scandinavia, today announced that is has selected NEC Philips Unified Solutions (NEC Philips) as its strategic partner in the field of Hospitality Communication Solutions.

The first 2 hotels of SHG, which will be equipped with the robust and state of the art communication solutions of NEC Philips, will be the brand new 120+ rooms Renaissance Malmo Hotel and the equally new 275 + rooms Courtyard Marriott Stockholm, both to be opened early 2010.

“The solution which was presented to us by NEC Philips is clearly capable of delivering the highest level of service to our demanding guests. It also assures a cost efficient operation due to the advanced functionality it provides to hotel staff and sophisticated integration with other hotel management systems. Next to the ease of use and transparent PMS interface, one of the main differentiators of the NEC Philips Hospitality Communication Solution is the strength and flexibility of its mobility / DECT offering” says Wenche Barlien, IT Director SHG.

Rune Firing, CFO of SHG adds: “Not only have the breadth and solidity of the NEC Philips solution impressed us. NEC Philips’ expert knowledge and under-standing of hotel operations and its specific demands ensures us that we are in extremely capable hands to be provided the solution best suited to our needs”.

Erik Abele, Managing Director of NEC Philips Sweden concludes: “We are extremely honoured being chosen by a highly professional hotel-organisation as SHG, in combination with a leading international group and brand as Marriott, to partner with them in the field of Hotel Telephony. Not only are we looking forward to the successful installations at the Renaissance Malmo Hotel and the Courtyard Marriott Stockholm Hotel. We are already working closely with SHG and Marriott on the other projects planned for the (near) future in Scandinavia.