Frasers Hospitality and Mercedes Benz Launches New Designer Living Concept in Singapore

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1 s Hospitality and Mercedes Benz Launches New Designer Living Concept in First, now Mercedes-Benz at Capri by, Changi City /, 15 April 2016 Two innovative international brands, s Hospitality and Mercedes-Benz, have teamed up in an exclusive collaboration to bring Mercedes-Benz to Capri by, Changi City /, in its pilot project which started with Suites Kensington, last November. Developed around the urban-inspired, high-tech and intuitive concept of the Capri by hotel residence brand, nine terrace suites have been artfully designed to reflect Mercedes- Benz s design philosophy of sensual clarity in a unique multi-sensory Mercedes-Benz living experience. more

2 Mr Choe Peng Sum, Chief Executive Officer of, a division of s Centrepoint Limited said, coming together of our brands is underpinned by common brand values that are built around our customers and in Mercedes this collaboration has resulted in an exclusive cutting edge and innovative lifestyle experience. With these serviced apartments, guests can discover and enjoy the Mercedes-Benz brand in a completely new context. While it offers guests an exclusive accommodation alternative away from home, the design of the apartments also showcase the unique design philosophy and quality standards of Mercedes-Benz, said Gabriele Mussotter, responsible project manager at Business Innovation, the department behind the idea for Mercedes-Benz Featuring defined living, dining and bedroom areas and a private terrace, the luxurious Mercedes-Benz suites boast fine finishes, custom furniture and bespoke details with clean lines and sweeping curves, highlighting the stimulating contrast between soft and shiny textures. A key design element is the signature S-Class gray-silver leather. This is featured prominently in the elegant sofa in the living area, the headboard above the bed, the integrated bench as well as in the indulgent Shrimp-Chair. lighting above the bed echoes the headlamps of signature Mercedes-Benz cars, with a custom-designed chandelier made of Swarovski crystals that are also found in the actual headlights of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class coupe. exclusive Mercedes-Benz apartments in represent the typical modern luxury of Mercedes-Benz. aesthetic and intelligent interior invites to feel relaxed and comfortable, said Gorden Wagener, Vice President Design Daimler AG. design interprets our Mercedes-Benz design philosophy of sensual purity and symbolizes the bipolarity of our brand it s hot and cool. Guests will delight in the outstanding acoustical experience of the Burmester Sound System and the 'Black Magic Wall, which features an integrated smart TV, showcasing the technical sophistication of Mercedes-Benz that is also reflective of the high-tech lifestyle of e-generation travellers. Topping off the distinctive design and sophisticated finish is the perfume atomiser, which enhances the sensuous feel-good atmosphere with its smooth and subtle fragrance.

3 Capri by, Changi City / brings the entire Mercedes-Benz experience to life with a range of exclusive Mercedes-Benz themed lifestyle offerings. This includes chauffer-driven airport pick-up in a Mercedes-Benz S or E class, special access to an AMG Simulator for guests seeking an adrenalin rush, as well as exclusive use of the Mercedes- Benz Trek bicycles to explore s East Coast. Mercedes-Benz guests also enjoy a personal meet-and-greet on arrival, fast track ipad check-ins, a welcome hamper with a selection of wine and premium organically grown nuts. sensory approach of the Mercedes-Benz experience is further extended with an exclusive wine-paired degustation menu for Mercedes-Benz in-room dining that comes complete with a special introduction by the resident chef. Located in Changi Business Park within walking distance to EXPO, Capri by, Changi City / is part of a mixed-use development comprising offices, a shopping mall and a variety of dining, retail and entertainment options. It enjoys easy access to excellent public transport links and well-connected expressways. Mercedes-Benz suites at Capri by, Chang City / are now open for stays starting from 15 April Rates start from S$400++ per night. For more information and reservations, visit: s Hospitality s global portfolio, including those in the pipeline, stands at 140 properties 1 in 77 cities and more than 22,500 keys worldwide. - END - 1 Including properties under management contracts

4 Media Contact Ms Jastina Balen T: F: E: About s Centrepoint Limited s Centrepoint Limited ( FCL ) is a full-fledged international real estate company and one of s top property companies with total assets above S$23 billion as at 31 December FCL has four core businesses focused on residential, commercial and industrial properties in the key markets of, Australia and China, and in the hospitality business spanning more than 70 cities across North Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle-East. FCL is listed on the Main Board of the Exchange Securities Trading Limited ( SGX-ST ). Company is also a sponsor and manager of two REITs listed on the SGX-ST, s Centrepoint Trust ( FCT ) and s Commercial Trust ( FCOT ) that are focused on retail properties, and office and business space properties respectively, and one stapled trust listed on the SGX-ST, s Hospitality Trust (comprising s Hospitality Real Estate Investment Trust ( FH-REIT ) and s Hospitality Business Trust) that is focused on hospitality properties. As a testament to its excellent service standards, best practices, and support of the environment, FCL is the proud recipient of numerous awards and accolades both locally and abroad. For more information on FCL, please visit About s Hospitality s Hospitality, the hospitality arm of s Centrepoint Limited, is a global hospitality operator with Gold- Standard serviced, hotel residences and boutique lifestyle hotels across Europe, Middle East, North Asia, Southeast Asia and Australia. s Hospitality commits to anticipate and exceed the evolving needs of executive travellers through continuous innovation, and providing its customers with the space, family and community away from home. Conceived with the lifestyle preferences of today s discerning business and leisure travellers in mind, s Hospitality has three Gold-Standard serviced residences offerings Suites, Place and Residence, a modern and eco-lifestyle brand, Modena by, and a design-led hotel residence brand, Capri by. In addition, the group operates two brands of upscale boutique lifestyle hotels in the key cities of UK, Malmaison and Hotel du Vin. For more information on s Hospitality, please visit

5 Awards & Accolades 2015 Best Luxury Serviced Residence Brand in China 2015 by Business Traveller China Australasia's Leading Serviced Apartments 2014 & 2015 Suites Asia's Leading Serviced Apartment Brand 2014 & 2015 Asia's Leading Serviced Apartments 2014 & 2015 Suites China's Leading Serviced Apartments Suites China's Leading Serviced Apartment Brand Apartments 2014 & 2015 India's Leading Serviced Suites Japan's Leading Serviced Apartment Brand 2015 Japan's Leading Serviced Apartments 2015 Residence Nankai, Malaysia's Leading Serviced Apartments 2015 Residence Indonesia s Leading Serviced Apartment and Suite 2014 & 2015 by Indonesia Travel Tourism Industry Residence Menteng, Best Serviced Apartment Operator by Travel Trade Gazette (TTG) Best Serviced Residence by Expatriate Lifestyle Place Best Serviced Residence 2015 Excellence Award by Expatriate Lifestyle Capri by, / Malaysia Best Superior Accommodation by Queensland Hotels Association Awards for Excellence Capri by, / Australia

6 Best Apartment / Suite Hotel by Australian Hotels Association 2015 National Awards for Excellence Suites Best Serviced Apartments 2015 by HM Awards for Hotel & Accommodation Excellence, HM Magazine Suites Best Serviced Apartment Group 2015 by HRM Asia Readers Choice Awards Best Business Hotel 2015 by HRM Asia Readers Choice Awards Capri by, Changi City/ Luxury Apartments of the year by Luxury Travel Guide Awards Residence Nankai, Europe's Leading Serviced Apartment Brand 2014 & 2015 England's Leading Serviced Apartment Brand 2014 & 2015 France s Leading Serviced Apartment Brand 2015 Hungary's Leading Serviced Apartment Brand 2014 & 2015 Europe's Leading Serviced Apartments 2014 & 2015 Suites Le Claridge Champs-Élysées, England's Leading Serviced Apartments 2014 Suites Queensgate, Hungary's Leading Serviced Apartments 2014 & 2015 Residence Scotland's Leading Serviced Apartments 2014 & 2015 Suites Turkey's Leading Serviced Apartments 2014 & 2015 Place Anthill Middle East s Leading Serviced Apartment Brand s Leading Serviced Apartments Suites

7 Qatar s Leading Serviced Apartments Suites s Leading Serviced Apartments Suites Best Serviced Apartment in China 2015 by Golden Horse Awards Suites Top Glory Best Serviced Apartments Brand of China 2015 by 10 th China Hotel Starlight Awards, Centre of Asia Hotel Forum Best Serviced Apartment of China 2015 by 10 th China Hotel Starlight Awards, Centre of Asia Hotel Forum Residence Most Preferred Serviced Apartment for Business Travelers of China 2015 by 10 th China Hotel Starlight Awards, Centre of Asia Hotel Forum Suites Best High-end Serviced Apartment in China 2015 by 10 th China Hotel Starlight Awards, Centre of Asia Hotel Forum Suites Top Glory Best Newly Open Serviced Apartments of China 2015 by 10 th China Hotel Starlight Awards, Centre of Asia Hotel Forum Modena by Zhuankou Travellers Choice 2015 by Trip Advisor Suites Suites Residence For a full and comprehensive list of our awards and accolades, please refer to