SINGAPORE, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has partnered with luxury hospitality management company Capella Hotel Group, bringing all the Group's luxury and lifestyle properties across Capella Hotels and Resorts and Patina Hotels & Resorts to the Agoda platform. This opens Capella's award-winning portfolio to Agoda's global customer base, making some of the world's most celebrated luxury stays easier to discover and book than ever before.
With Asia projected to account for nearly half of the world's new high-net-worth individuals by 2028 according to Visa, the region is increasingly shaping the future of luxury travel around purpose, personalization, and lifestyle. Across Asia, travelers are no longer just booking destinations; they're booking experiences. Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report shows 31% of surveyed travelers prioritize culinary experiences, while 25% cite cultural exploration as a key travel motivator. This shift is redefining how hospitality brands and travel platforms work together to meet demand for personalized, destination-rooted stays.
Deeply rooted in Asia, Capella Hotel Group and Agoda are well positioned to meet this evolving demand, making highly personalized, destination-defining stays more discoverable to a broader set of travelers across the region and beyond.
Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President of Supply at Agoda shared, "Luxury today is personal. Our role at Agoda is to make sure that what a traveler is looking for - from an everyday getaway to a once-in-a-lifetime stay - is easy to discover and book. Partnering with Capella Hotel Group brings some of the world's most celebrated properties onto our platform, making these extraordinary stays and experiences just as accessible to our customers as any other trip they plan with us."
Asia Pacific continues to be a key growth market for luxury travel, with demand projected by McKinsey to grow around 8% annually. Bangkok and Bali, both home to Capella properties, are among the most searched destinations for five-star accommodations on Agoda, alongside Kuala Lumpur.
"As Capella Hotel Group continues on its growth trajectory, partnerships that drive commercial value like this one with Agoda give us the scale and reach to connect with a high-intent traveler base across Asia and beyond. This helps us grow demand for Capella and Patina, while we continue delivering the bespoke service of Capella and the transformative experiences of Patina in every destination we're in," said Varun Whig, Vice President, Revenue, Capella Hotel Group.
Capella Hotel Group's portfolio includes some of the world's most highly regarded luxury properties. Capella Hotels and Resorts was voted the No. 1 Best Hotel Brand in the World in Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards 2026, marking its fourth consecutive year in the top position, while Patina Osaka was voted the No. 1 Best Hotel in the World. Capella Bangkok was named The World's Best Hotel in 2024.
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Agoda Partners with Capella Hotel Group to Bring Award-Winning Luxury Stays to More Travelers
Angelalign Has Already Replaced Torque Ridges with Upgraded "Pressure Points" in Europe
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Angelalign Technology Inc. (6699.HK) ("Angel") http://www.angelaligner.com, a company driven by innovation in orthodontic clear aligner technology, said today that a ruling by the Paris Local Division of the Unified Patent Court concerning its Torque Ridges feature does not affect the availability of its offering in Europe, which already incorporates the next generation of torque-control technology.
Angel already has discontinued Torque Ridges in Europe and has replaced it with an upgraded feature called Pressure Points. Pressure Points, which launched in the European market in September, was designed to improve torque control and reflects Angel's continued commitment to innovation focused on solving orthodontists' clinical challenges. Angel customers in Spain, the UK and outside of Europe, including the Americas and Asia, are not affected by this ruling. Angel is constantly developing new solutions to continue to serve its customers well.
The court today ruled that the Torque Ridges feature infringes a patent held by Align Technology Inc. (ALGN) for repositioning a patient's teeth according to an orthodontic treatment plan. Angel respectfully disagrees with the decision and is reviewing it closely while it evaluates its options. Angel will comply with the court's ruling, including the return of any products. Because Torque Ridges is no longer offered in Europe, orthodontists using Angel products and services can continue treating their patients with access to Pressure Points and Angel's ongoing clinical and technical support.
"Our priority is to ensure that orthodontists can continue delivering excellent care to their patients," said Xavier Cherbavaz, General Manager and Vice President, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, Angelalign Technology Inc. "Torque Ridges has already been retired in Europe and replaced with Pressure Points, an approach intended to support controlled force application and tooth contact. We remain focused on giving orthodontists innovative clinical solutions and a dependable customer experience."
"Angel takes intellectual property rights seriously and is careful not to infringe on valid patents," added Richard Hirschland, Angel's Chief Commercial Officer and SVP. "We are reviewing the court's reasoning carefully and will consider all available options. Angel will continue to innovate and improve its products to benefit its providers and their patients despite litigation by a competitor. Continuous innovation means anticipating challenges and preparing solutions to protect the customer experience. Our transition to Pressure Points reflects that commitment. We are determined to continue developing innovative solutions so that orthodontists can rely on Angel over the long term."
To learn more, visit angelaligner.com/eu and www.angelaligner.com.
About Angelalign Technology Inc.
Founded in 2003 and publicly listed since 2021, Angelalign Technology Inc. provides clear aligner solutions to clinically focused professionals and patients in over 60 countries. Having surpassed two million cumulative cases and with about a US$2 billion market capitalization, the company focuses on clinical innovation and professional support to help experts achieve extraordinary outcomes. Its established global operations and continued investment in innovation support its long-term commitment to orthodontists and their patients. Learn more at angelaligner.com.
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Paris Court Ruling on Discontinued Feature Will Have Minimal Impact on Angelalign Customers
