The Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel grandly opened on the morning of July 1, 2024. The Sheraton brand entered China in 1974, and the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel, as the 100th Sheraton hotel in Greater China, officially settled in Lanzhou, becoming the first Sheraton hotel in Gansu Province.
The opening ceremony was attended by Mr. Guo Kun, former Executive Vice Governor of Gansu Province; Mr. Zhu Zhiliang, former Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Gansu Provincial People's Congress; Mr. Wang Wenqing, former Member of the Standing Committee of the Gansu Provincial Committee and Commander of the Provincial Military District; Mr. Dong Hongliang, Director of the Gansu Branch of People's Daily; Ms. Mao Yibing, President of Marriott International Greater China; and Mr. Jin Yinqiang, Founder and Chairman of Zhongbang Enterprise Group, among other leaders. Over 600 people attended the opening ceremony, including the Marriott International Greater China senior management team, representatives from major banks, invited Henan businessmen, young entrepreneurs, representatives from Zhongbang Enterprise Group's partner units, domestic media, and representatives of Zhongbang Enterprise Group's cadres and employees.
Mr. Wang Haidong, General Manager of Zhongbang National Trade Group Co., Ltd., introduced the Zhongbang National Trade project, and Mr. Liu Zong, Vice President of Marriott International Greater China's Central and Western Regions, delivered an enthusiastic speech.
Mr. Jin Yinqiang, Founder and Chairman of Zhongbang Enterprise Group, and Mr. Jin Xin, Commercial Director of Zhongbang National Trade Group and owner representative of the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel, jointly handed over the golden key to Mr. Ma Lei, Chief Operating Officer of Marriott International Greater China, and Mr. Sun Peng, General Manager of the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel, authorizing the hotel to officially commence operations.
Ms. Mao Yibing, President of Marriott International Greater China, and Mr. Jin Yinqiang, Founder and Chairman of Zhongbang Enterprise Group, along with other leaders attending the opening ceremony, poured golden sand onto the SHERATON logo, wishing the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel booming business and prosperity!
At noon, an opening ceremony banquet was held in the grand banquet hall of the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel.
Mr. Jin Yinqiang, Founder and Chairman of Zhongbang Enterprise Group, delivered a wonderful speech. He stated: The timely opening of the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel on this special day of July 1st is due to the high importance given to the Zhongbang National Trade project by leaders at the provincial, municipal, and district levels, as well as the project's unique location in a national-level economic development zone; it is due to the high importance given to the project by Marriott's senior management, and the more than one year of coordinated efforts, well-planned strategies, and hard work of the professional Sheraton opening team; it is due to the care and support of major banks and friends from all walks of life for Zhongbang's cause, helping Zhongbang to continue its steady and sustainable development; it is due to the day-and-night efforts and overcoming of difficulties by the design team and participating units of the Zhongbang National Trade project, ensuring the construction of a high-quality project; it is due to the strong publicity given to Zhongbang by the media, making the Zhongbang brand a household name in western China; it is also due to the "integrity, honesty, and kindness" corporate culture of Zhongbang, which has allowed Zhongbang, which settled in Lanzhou in 1999 and started with manufacturing, to become a leading enterprise in China's wire and cable industry through 24 years of rapid development, becoming a strong backing for the construction of the Sheraton hotel project; and it is also due to the firm following of the people involved in Zhongbang's first and second entrepreneurial endeavors, forging a group of industrial workers with craftsmanship and a pursuit of excellence in craftsmanship, and Zhongbang also has a management team that is pragmatic, results-oriented, and action-oriented, who understand technology, are skilled in management, and possess professional qualities, laying a solid foundation for the timely delivery of the project. He expressed sincere gratitude to all the leaders, friends, and colleagues who have contributed to Zhongbang's development! He also expressed appreciation for the development of Henan businessmen and the cherishing of the feelings between fellow countrymen!
President Mao Yibing delivered an enthusiastic speech at the ceremony, stating: The opening of the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel is an important achievement of the close cooperation between Marriott International Group and Zhongbang Enterprise Group. This coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Sheraton brand's entry into China and the opening of the 100th hotel in Greater China, representing 50 years of heritage and 100 points of joy.
Ms. Mao Yibing, President of Marriott International Greater China, and Mr. Jin Yinqiang, Founder and Chairman of Zhongbang Enterprise Group, raised their glasses together with all the guests to offer best wishes for the operation of the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel. "For big and small celebrations, choose Sheraton!"
The banquet ended in a joyful atmosphere. Mr. Jin Xin, Commercial Director of Zhongbang National Trade Group and owner representative of the Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel, delivered a thank-you speech, expressing gratitude to the host and all the performers and staff, the staff of the Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel, and the professional support from Marriott International Group colleagues across the country. He stated that he would live up to the chairman's trust and work together with the Marriott International Group management team to create a landmark international luxury hotel in Lanzhou.
The Lanzhou Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel boasts 354 modern and stylish guest rooms and suites, ranging in size from 42 to 190 square meters. The hotel's design incorporates the profound historical heritage of Lanzhou and the Silk Road, drawing on typical elements of the Yellow River and Silk Road cultures, and using modern design to echo the city's texture. The hotel also features an executive lounge, Yuechu Chinese restaurant, Time Restaurant, Miansi specialty restaurant, Secret Realm bar, coffee bar, as well as an indoor heated swimming pool, squash court, and fitness center, providing guests with a full range of leisure and entertainment experiences.
With the official opening and operation of the five-star Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel, Zhongbang has become a large enterprise group integrating wire and cable manufacturing, commercial complex operation, hotel investment, real estate development, and property services. With the support of Zhongbang Enterprise Group and the operation of Marriott International Group's professional team, the Zhongbang Sheraton Hotel is sure to manage its brand well and achieve profitability, becoming a leader in Lanzhou's hotel industry and contributing new strength to the enhancement of Lanzhou's economy and the development of the city!
