SUNSET HOSPITALITY GROUP ACQUIRES MAJORITY STAKE IN UAE’S SOLUTIONS GROUP

Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), a multinational lifestyle hospitality company, has acquired a majority stake in Solutions Group, one of the UAE’s most awarded operators of nightlife, dining, and entertainment venues, as part of a strategy to accelerate global growth.

The acquisition brings 15 venues under SHG’s portfolio, including Asia Asia, Lock, Stock & Barrel, Ula, The 305, Wavehouse, Papas, Central, and En Fuego, adding to SHG’s existing 100 sites across 26 countries.

Solutions Group’s senior management will remain in place to oversee operations and maintain the group’s brand identity while leveraging SHG’s scale and international reach.

Solutions Group and Sunset Hospitality Group to enhance market reach

Antonio Gonzalez, chairman and group CEO of SHG, said, “Bringing Solutions Group into the SHG family reflects our commitment to investing in operators with proven creativity and international potential. Their portfolio attracts millions of guests each year and has a strong foundation for future expansion.”

Paul Evans, CEO and founder of Solutions Group, described the deal as “a supernova moment; a collision of stars that will fuel exponential growth, unlocking new global chapters for our much-loved homegrown brands, and elevating the careers and aspirations of our exceptional teams.”

Chris Spiliopoulos, chief development officer at SHG, added that the acquisition broadens SHG’s reach into new segments, adding award-winning concepts with strong customer appeal that complement the existing portfolio.

The deal aligns with SHG’s broader investment-led strategy, which focuses on partnering with high-performing operators with scalable concepts and strong brand equity.

It follows recent SHG milestones, including a strategic investment from Goldman Sachs in April 2025 and an investment in Maximal Concept Limited in August 2025.

Solutions Group, established in 2013, manages a diversified portfolio of restaurants, entertainment, retail, and wellness venues.

Its brands are recognised for approachable, experience-driven concepts and creative hospitality management.

The acquisition is expected to drive operational synergies, enhance market reach, and accelerate geographic expansion for both groups in the global lifestyle hospitality sector.

2026-02-04T12:54:42Z