Author: Abdul.Wasey

Jeddah : : The Red Sea Film Foundation has announced the 15 teams selected to participate in the sixth edition of the Red Sea 48Hr Film Challenge, following a record 127 submissions from emerging filmmakers across the Kingdom. Presented in collaboration with Alliance Française and the Consulate General of France in Jeddah, the annual challenge gives Saudi nationals and residents of the Kingdom aged 18 to 25 the opportunity to experience the complete filmmaking process, from idea development and screenwriting to production, editing and final delivery, within an intensive and collaborative environment. The selected teams will begin their journey with…

Visa becomes Sav’s exclusive card network partner across Saudi Arabia, bringing flexibility, unique rewards and global acceptance to Sav’s card portfolio     DUBAI : Sav, the region’s rapidly growing consumer fintech platform, and Visa, a world leader in digital payments, have signed an exclusive five-year, multimillion-dollar strategic partnership that will see Visa become Sav’s exclusive card network across Saudi Arabia. The collaboration will accelerate product innovation, customer acquisition, and the expansion of Sav’s card ecosystem across both markets. What the Sav and Visa deal means for users As part of the agreement, Sav’s portfolio of cards will now be fully Visa-powered,…

Chef Reif Othman joins Chef’s Society with Mirdif-only dishes, signature favourites and a dedicated breakfast menu. Dubai : Chef Reif Othman has officially brought REIF Japanese Kushiyaki to Mirdif. The homegrown Japanese concept joins Chef’s Society at City Centre Mirdif with the signature dishes guests already know and love, alongside a selection of Mirdif-only specials and a dedicated breakfast menu – making the brand more accessible than ever for diners across the city. Building on the success of its landmark Dubai Hills Business Park venue, along with its original Dar Wasl location and popular Time Out Market outpost, REIF Japanese Kushiyaki has become…

DUBAI : IDeaS, a SAS company and a provider of AI-powered hospitality revenue management software, today announced it has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Revenue Management Systems in Hospitality 2026 Vendor Assessment.[i] The recognition comes as hospitality revenue management enters a new era, evolving from standalone pricing tools into integrated commercial intelligence platforms. According to the IDC MarketScape, “The hospitality revenue management system market is at a genuine inflection point. The convergence of AI maturity, platform consolidation, and expanding commercial scope is redefining what an RMS is expected to do and for whom.” Dorothy Creamer, Senior Research…

Geneva : The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the latest edition of the World Air Transport Statistics (WATS), providing comprehensive statistical data through to 2025. Updated annually, WATS provides data related to demand, supply and operational performance. WATS also includes data collections on the global airline fleet, top routes, employment and financial performance (costs and revenues). WATS incorporates data from the 1,315 airlines in the IATA Annual Statistics collection, including more than 250 international airlines providing specific data contributions to WATS. Insights from WATS Premium-Class Travel Shows Strong Growth In 2025, the number of international premium-class passengers—business and…

Twenty Saudi colleagues from five Hyatt branded hotels across the Kingdom are set to participate in international career development assignments, reinforcing Hyatt’s commitment to developing the next generation of hospitality leaders RIYADH :  Hyatt today announced its participation in the Saudi Ministry of Tourism’s new Hospitality Ambassadors programme, an initiative designed to develop Saudi hospitality talent through international on-the-job training experiences at Hyatt branded hotels across Asia. The collaboration reflects Hyatt’s continued commitment to investing in local talent and supporting Saudi Vision 2030 by creating meaningful career development opportunities for Saudi nationals while helping shape the future leaders of the…

New research from Arabian Travel Market Official Research Partners STR and Euromonitor International points to sustained travel demand despite geopolitical disruption Travel spending across the Middle East and Africa forecast to grow by almost 48% by 2030, adding more than US$50 billion to the regional tourism economy Exclusive research findings to be presented during ATM 2026, taking place from 14–17 September at Dubai World Trade Centre   Dubai : The global travel industry is entering its next phase of growth, according to new research from Arabian Travel Market’s (ATM) Official Research Partners, STR and Euromonitor International, which indicates that consumer…

Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released new operational guidance to support airlines in managing in-cabin pet travel at every stage of the journey from booking to check-in, boarding, the on-board experience, and arrival. It follows IATA’s recently launched Guidance on Travelling with Service Dogs, reflecting a broader effort to improve consistency in the transport of dogs by air. What the IATA in-cabin pet travel guidance covers “A pet is a much-loved member of the family. People traveling with their pets need clear guidance on what to expect at every step of the journey. That’s important because well-prepared…

Dubai : Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has signed a hotel management agreement with Serene Tower PVT Ltd for the Crowne Plaza Multan in Pakistan, reinforcing the company’s strategy of expanding its global footprint across rapidly growing travel markets. Set to welcome guests in 2028, Crowne Plaza Multan, a franchise hotel by IHG, will mark the Crowne Plaza brand’s debut in Multan, a major cultural, religious and economic centre of the Punjab region. The 200-room hotel will form part of Serene Tower, a high-end mixed-use development within the DHA Multan community.…

National Initiative Aims to Recruit, Train, and Employ 100 Emirati Technicians by 2030 Programme Supports Emiratisation Strategy and Strengthens the Long-Term Readiness and Sustainability of the Aviation Sector Abu Dhabi : AMMROC, the region’s leading provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solutions, has launched the ‘Ruwad AMMROC Programme’, a strategic national initiative designed to attract, train, and employ young Emirati talent as technicians in the military aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul sector. The programme reflects AMMROC’s continued commitment to supporting the UAE’s vision of developing specialised national capabilities across engineering and technical disciplines by preparing highly qualified Emirati professionals to…