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Qatar Airways Sets the Stage for the Future of Travel at the Arabian Travel Market 2024

News Desk 06/05/2024

Qatar Airways, an unprecedented seven-time winner of the ‘World’s Best Airline’ award, has captured the spotlight on the opening day of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, with a stunning holographic display of Sama, the airline’s second-generation AI-powered digital human cabin crew. This

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Slow travel, sustainability and technology highlighted as future global tourism trends

News Desk 06/05/2024

Travel & tourism experts from across the industry convened at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 Future Stage this morning to discuss the complexities of navigating the transformation of hospitality. Slow travel, a movement that encompasses sustainable travel, mindful travel, and low-impact travel, sustainable practices and the use of AI and data to enhance the […]

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MBRF successfully concludes its participation in Abu Dhabi International Book Fair

News Desk 06/05/2024

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) successfully concluded its participation in the 33rd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), marking another milestone in its commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering intellectual dialogue. At the event, the MBRF’s pavilion welcomed Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid

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Competition & Disruption Set to Intensify as Middle East Aviation Enters Next Wave of Transformation

News Desk 06/05/2024

The next wave of rapid transformation may see some aviation markets triple in size in the next decade according to data from OAG in its latest industry report ‘Middle East Aviation: Transformation, Growth and Future Challenges’ but there are still new challenges ahead. The report has been released to coincide with this week’s Arabian Travel Market

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Bridgestone Showcases Innovative Fleet Solutions, Highlighting Future of Mobility in the MEA Region

News Desk 06/05/2024

Bridgestone MEA, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, participated in the Mobility Live ME 2024 showcasing its cutting-edge fleet solutions and sustainable practices. The event, which was held recently at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), focused on smart, sustainable transport and electric vehicles, attracting industry leaders to

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GE Vernova ‘Power Supplier Partnership Summit’ Strengthens Regional Supply Chain

News Desk 06/05/2024

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business (NYSE: GEV) held the annual regional ‘Power Supplier Partnership Summit’ in Dubai, UAE, convening over 200 representatives from up to 135 organizations in person and virtually from across Europe, Middle East, Africa, and beyond. The event featured insightful presentations and case studies, interactive discussions, and one-on-one

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ICICI Bank enables NRI customers to use international mobile number to make UPI payments in India

News Desk 06/05/2024

ICICI Bank today announced that it has enabled NRI customers to use their international mobile number to make UPI payments instantly in India, thereby significantly enhancing their convenience of making everyday payments. With this facility, the NRI customers of the Bank can make payments for their utility bills, merchant and e-commerce transactions with their

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Overnight stays by GCC visitors to Germany up to 15% in 2023

News Desk 06/05/2024

The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) announced today (Monday 6th May) that GCC travellers spent 1,297,256 room nights in Germany during 2023, a 15% increase over the 1,128,341 overnight stays recorded in 2022. The announcement was made while addressing Middle East travel professionals during a press conference, which was held on the opening day of […]

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Emirates NBD welcomes Chainalysis to Digital Asset Lab Council

News Desk 06/05/2024

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region, has announced Chainalysis as a key council member of the Digital Asset Lab. Chainalysis, the blockchain data platform, will join professional services firm PwC, digital asset transfer and direct custody technology platform Fireblocks, and R3, an enterprise Distributed ledger

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Discover Homely Italian Charm at MezzaLuna Trattoria Italiana in Dubai Festival City

News Desk 06/05/2024

MezzaLuna Trattoria Italiana, nestled within the embrace of InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai Festival City, warmly invites guests to immerse themselves in an unparalleled gastronomic journey through the vibrant flavours of Italy. Homely, casual, and easygoing, our trattoria promises an authentic Italian dining experience, where each dish tells a story of tradition

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Ex- DocuSign, Oracle Leader Appointed to 6sense Senior Vice President of GTM International

News Desk 06/05/2024

6sense®, the leading platform to revolutionize the way B2B organizations create, manage, and convert pipeline to revenue, today announced the recent appointment of Andy Champion as Senior Vice President of GTM International. Champion’s impressive background brings over three decades of highly relevant experience to the organization which includes sales and marketing

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Celebrate the Heart of Motherhood with Ladurée’s Elegant Macaron Collection

News Desk 06/05/2024

This International Mother’s Day, let Ladurée be your partner in expressing boundless love and appreciation for the remarkable mothers who enrich our lives. The exquisite macaron collection, meticulously curated to honor the essence of motherhood, offers a sublime way to honor your mom and reflect on the cherished moments shared. Step into the world of […]

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M42 signs groundbreaking agreement with AstraZeneca

News Desk 06/05/2024

M42, a first-of-its-kind tech-enabled global health powerhouse, has signed a groundbreaking agreement with AstraZeneca, a global leader in science-led biopharmaceuticals, to advance preventive healthcare and next-generation precision medicine. As AstraZeneca’s clinical genomics partner of choice in the Middle East region, M42 will conduct sequencing of hereditary breast

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Project Management Institute (PMI) appoints Hanny Alshazly as new MENA Regional Managing Director

News Desk 06/05/2024

Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading authority for project professionals, has appointed Hanny Alshazly as the new Regional Managing Director for Middle East and North Africa (MENA). In his new role, Hanny Alshazly will take on the responsibility of driving the successful execution of PMI’s strategy in the region. The new Regional Managing

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Saudi Travellers Making the Most of Trips: Almosafer Report Unveils Domestic and International Travel Trends

News Desk 06/05/2024

Saudi travellers continue to exhibit a keen desire for travel as evidenced by the steady growth in demand for domestic and international travel, finds a new report by Almosafer, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company. The findings, revealed at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), throw light on the current travel trends of Saudi travellers both domestically […]

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Checkout.com and Mastercard partner to bring virtual cards to online travel agents

News Desk 06/05/2024

Checkout.com, a leading global digital payments provider, has announced a partnership with Mastercard to bring virtual cards to Online Travel Agents.  As part of the Mastercard Wholesale Program, which reduces costs for travel businesses through virtual card technology and an innovative pricing model, customers of Checkout.com will be able to pay their suppliers

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Azizi Developments partners with UAE’s Al Gurg Consultants for Venice

News Desk 06/05/2024

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has signed with UAE-based Al Gurg Consultants for the detailed design of eight residential towers in its approximately AED 30 billion mixed-use development, Azizi Venice, located in Dubai South. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Al Gurg Consultants stands as a leading […]

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Discover EXEED’s Cutting Edge, Family-Friendly SUV – 2024 VX

News Desk 06/05/2024

In an era where family travel demands versatility, EXEED, the premium automotive brand exclusively represented by Al Ghurair Motors, introduces the 2024 VX, setting the standard for a family-friendly SUV, combining ultimate comfort, advanced safety, and premium driving experiences. Committed to elevating family travel, EXEED by Al Ghurair, launches its exciting exclusive

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chatlyn Unveils Most Advanced AI Chatbot for Hospitality at Arabian Travel Market 2024

News Desk 06/05/2024

As part of its strategic expansion in the Middle East, chatlyn, a leading developer of guest experience software focused on travel and hospitality, is excited to unveil its most advanced AI chatbot at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024. chatlyn’s AI chatbot excels in processing natural language and grammatical nuances, supporting nearly any language, including Arabic.

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Rotana accelerates global footprint with planned entry into five new countries by 2026

News Desk 06/05/2024

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with over 100 properties in the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye (MENAT), announces today at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) its growing pipeline of planned openings in new territories. So far in 2024, Rotana has launched three new properties: Dar Rayhaan by […]