Montigo Resorts Appoints Dalip Singh as CEO to Drive Global Expansion

Posted in News, People on 14 November, 2024

KOP Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Dalip Singh as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its hospitality arm, Montigo Resorts.

Singh brings his extensive experience in global hospitality to lead the brand’s strategic growth, he will spearhead Montigo Resorts’ ambitious global expansion strategy and oversee new hotels Ellen Kensington and Montigo Resorts, Somerset at Charlton House, as well as flagship properties in Indonesia. 

Singh’s first major project as CEO will be overseeing the launch of 105-key Ellen Kensington, which is managed and operated by Montigo Resorts and is KOP’s first urban hotel. The opening of Ellen Kensington marks a significant milestone in the growth strategy of Montigo Resorts as it looks to expand with more city hotels in the UK and Ireland. Situated in the heart of London’s iconic Kensington district, Ellen Kensington is currently in soft-opening with its restaurant The Lacquer Room slated to open in mid-November.  

Ellen Kensington is inspired by the elegance and charm of the Victorian era’s leading lady, Dame Ellen Terry. The hotel comprises thoughtfully designed guestrooms and suites set across five interconnected Victorian period townhouses, overlooking the historic Barkston Gardens.  It brings entry level luxury to London, with exceptional standards of Asian hospitality meeting exceptional prices from only £240 a night.  

Singh will also oversee Montigo Resorts, Somerset at Charlton House, a Grade II-listed, 28-bedroom English country house and thermal spa that opened in 2023 in the heart of Somerset.  

The two Indonesian properties will also come under Singh’s leadership. Flagship Montigo Resorts, Nongsa is a panoramic beachfront resort in Batam, Indonesia, renowned for its private villas, family-friendly activities, and award-winning spa services.  Montigo Resorts, Seminyak is a contemporary retreat in Bali that combines expansive suites with world-class dining and wellness experiences, catering to luxury travellers and families seeking a relaxing escape in one of the island’s most vibrant areas. 

Dalip Singh was one of the founding members of Montigo Resorts. He was an integral part of KOP Limited for five years from 2011 – 2016, making this appointment a homecoming.  To the role of CEO Singh brings over 25 years of experience in luxury hotel management. His career highlights include leadership roles with prestigious brands like Pan Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton, Dusit International, Shangri-la and Hyatt. Singh’s expertise in driving revenue growth, enhancing guest satisfaction, and achieving operational excellence has earned him numerous industry accolades. 

With Singh at the helm of its hospitality arm, KOP aims to expand Montigo Resorts’ footprint to other markets within the next 10 years, building a Montigo Community worldwide, where like-minded individuals can network, mentor, celebrate diversity and values. The community will be able to gather at Montigo Resort properties and look forward to invitations to events and festivals, in addition to receiving exclusive perks and benefits for stays and experiences in the resorts. 

“Dalip Singh’s leadership style aligns perfectly with Montigo Resorts’ commitment to innovation and excellence,” said Ms Ong Chih Ching KOP Limited Executive Chairman and Executive Director. “His extensive background in hospitality and proven track record in transforming properties into market leaders make him the ideal person to lead our global expansion efforts.” 

“I am excited to return to KOP Ltd as CEO of Montigo Resorts” comments Dalip Singh. “This is not just a homecoming, but an incredible opportunity to lead a brand I have always believed in. Our goal is to blend Montigo Resorts’ unique brand of Asian hospitality with the demands of the dynamic and evolving travel consumers. The opening of Ellen Kensington is just the beginning of our ambitious plans to expand the brands’ footprint to other markets within the next 10 years. Our aim is to create memorable, sustainable, and innovative luxury experiences from unforgettable escapes to special events and festivals while offering exclusive, benefits and more, that will resonate with guests worldwide. I look forward to working with our talented teams to bring these visions to life.” 

As Montigo Resorts looks to the future, Dalip Singh’s leadership is expected to play a crucial role in strengthening the brand’s position in both established and emerging markets. 

KOP Limited
Listed on the Catalyst board of the Singapore Securities Trading Limited (“SGX-ST”), KOP Limited has a business portfolio covering real estate investment, development, and management. KOPL’s hospitality arm, Montigo Resorts, operates award-winning resorts in Indonesia and in the United Kingdom. Through a broad range of iconic and award-winning real estate and hospitality projects, KOPL provides unique living and leisure experiences to its clients. www.koplimited.com 

Montigo Resorts
Montigo Resorts are upscale, fun-filled family getaways and purveyors of upscale leisure properties located in inspiring environments. Providing the ultimate getaways for all generations and grounded in an ethos of dedication and attention to detail, the Montigo Resorts service promises excellence today, and ‘For Generations To Come’. The Montigo Resorts portfolio includes properties in Batam and Bali in Indonesia and Somerset in the United Kingdom. www.montigoresorts.com