Aleph Hospitality’s assumes operations of its first hotel in Abha, Saudi Arabia Dubai : Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has signed a hotel management agreement with Grand Iva Corporation for the Grand Iva Hotel in Abha, Saudi Arabia. Marking the third operational hotel for Aleph Hospitality in Saudi Arabia, the Grand Iva Hotel in Abha is a newly built property featuring 102 keys, set to open on January 1st, 2026. Aleph Hospitality is currently in negotiations with hotel brands to secure suitable and international branding for the hotel. The Grand Iva…
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Beirut : The Al Habtoor Grand Beirut proudly reaffirms its position as one of the city’s most distinguished hospitality landmarks, blending timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication. Since opening its doors, the hotel has stood as a symbol of Lebanese hospitality and resilience, offering guests an experience that celebrates both heritage and innovation. Nestled in the heart of Beirut’s vibrant urban green space, Horsh Tabet, just 15 minutes from the airport, the Al Habtoor Grand Beirut traces its roots to the visionary Habtoor family, whose legacy in hospitality spans decades across the Middle East. The property was conceived as a tribute to Beirut’s golden…
First Official Barmy Army Partnership in the UAE Hosted Exclusively at Goose & Gander, Holiday Inn Express, Dubai Internet City Dubai : Goose & Gander, the London-style pub located at Holiday Inn Express, Dubai Internet City, is proud to announce its exclusive partnership with the Barmy Army, the world-famous supporters club of England Cricket. This marks the first official Barmy Army partnership in the United Arab Emirates, with Goose & Gander becoming the only official home for Barmy Army members, and England Cricket fans across the country. Through this exciting partnership, Goose & Gander will serve as the gathering point…
SGP Container Terminals, a subsidiary of Saudi Global Ports Group (together with its subsidiaries, “SGP”), has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 15 million TEUs in cumulative container throughput handled at King Abdulaziz Port Dammam (“KAPD”) since commencing operations in 2015. This milestone was achieved through close collaboration with the Saudi Ports Authority (“Mawani”), Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, global shipping lines and various long-term partners. SGP operates the largest container terminal on the Eastern Coast of Saudi Arabia at King Abdulaziz Port Dammam and has played a central role in connecting the Kingdom’s industries to international markets. Supported by PSA…
The signing ceremony for the Dammam hotel, scheduled to open in 2027, took place at FHS World in Dubai DUBAI : Aleph Hospitality signed a hotel management agreement with Area Investment and Real Estate Development to operate its first hotel in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The signing ceremony took place at FHS World in Dubai. Present at the signing ceremony were Bani Haddad, Founder & Managing Director, Aleph Hospitality; Tariq Dowidar, Vice President Saudi Arabia, Aleph Hospitality, and Ali Alqadadi, Business Development Specialist, Area Investment and Real Estate Development Scheduled to open in 2027, the 84-room hotel is located 30 minutes…
Affluent travellers in the Middle East are fuelling record growth in luxury tourism by seeking experiences that combine innovation, sustainability, and cultural significance At ATM 2026, ultra-luxury goes beyond hospitality to showcase innovations in private aviation, yachting, and lifestyle design, reflecting the blurring of lines between travel, lifestyle, and technology The ATM Ultra Luxury Lounge will create an exclusive environment for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals to connect with prestigious world-class travel brands Dubai : Advanced technology, cultural authenticity and hyper-personalisation are coming together to create experiences that transcend traditional definitions of luxury. Once synonymous with comfort and exclusivity, today’s ultra-luxury…
Veteran hotelier to lead pre-opening and operational excellence for UHM’s newest ultra-premium lifestyle destination. Dubai : United Hospitality Management (UHM), a global leader in luxury and lifestyle hospitality management announced the appointment of Matthieu Busschaert as General Manager for its upcoming Creekside hotel in Dubai. Bringing over two decades of global hospitality leadership, Matthieu is known for his transformative impact on ultra-luxury, lifestyle and boutique hotels across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the United States. With a track record of successful pre-openings and brand positioning in highly competitive markets, he will be instrumental in launching and positioning the hotel as…
United Arab Emirates : Barcelo Hotel & Residences, Bahrain is proud to announce the appointment of Ikhlass Raji as Assistant Director of Sales & Marketing, effective October 2025. With her extensive regional experience and dynamic leadership in hospitality sales, Raji is poised to contribute significantly to the property’s growth and brand positioning in Bahrain. Ikhlass brings over a decade of experience in strategic sales, guest relations, and revenue development across Bahrain’s luxury hotel sector. She most recently served as Senior Sales Manager at Conrad Bahrain Financial Harbour. In her new role at Barceló, Ikhlass will oversee the sales and marketing team, drive…
Riyadh : Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO) has received the Silver Category Award at the 2nd Edition of the Corporate Social Responsibility Awards, organized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The national recognition highlights SADAFCO’s active contribution to Saudi Arabia’s evolving social responsibility landscape and its alignment with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals. Through its ongoing sustainability journey, SADAFCO continues to drive programs that support education, youth empowerment, and environmental stewardship. Among its key initiatives are the Future Makers program for young talent, support for schools across the Kingdom, and partnerships with Modon that enhance community…
Sharjah : Gama Aviation has confirmed major progress in the construction of its new Business Aviation Centre (BAC) at Sharjah International Airport, a purpose-built facility set to redefine operational efficiency and client experience in the Middle East. Representing a significant multi-million-dollar investment, the project reinforces Gama Aviation’s long-term confidence in the UAE and the wider region, marking an important milestone in the company’s continued expansion of business aviation services across EMEA. “Our investment in Sharjah underlines our confidence in both the emirate and the region’s aviation future,” said Marwan Khalek, Group CEO, Gama Aviation. “It supports the UAE’s Vision 2030…