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The Bench hosted the official launch reception for Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Egypt on 11 June bringing together senior hospitality, real estate and investment leaders to mark the countdown to FHS Egypt, taking place on 10–11 November 2026 at Sofitel Downtown Cairo Nile.

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), in collaboration with Etihad Airways and leading tourism stakeholders, has concluded a C-level trade visit from India, reinforcing long-standing partnerships and setting a clear direction for the next phase of growth across one of the emirate’s most important source markets.

Amadeus is taking a major step toward orchestrating agentic commerce in hospitality, connecting journeys across both AI assistant channels and hotel-owned touchpoints

Kerzner International is pleased to announce the appointment of Celine Assimon as Chief Commercial Officer, a strategic move that reflects the group’s commitment to shaping the future of luxury hospitality and strengthening its portfolio of iconic brands including Atlantis, One&Only, SIRO, and rare finds on a global scale.

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, marked World Sea Turtle Day with the release of 23 rehabilitated sea turtles into the Arabian Gulf. Among them was Foxy, a green turtle fitted with a satellite tracker through the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project (DTRP), allowing her journey to be monitored

Mandarin Oriental announces the forthcoming opening of Mandarin Oriental Makati, Manila, scheduled for late 2026. Rising above Ayala Triangle Gardens, a two-hectare park at the intersection of Makati Avenue, Ayala Avenue and Paseo de Roxas, the 98.7-metres-tall hotel marks more than the opening of a new luxury address. It signals the return of Mandarin Oriental

Following the successful completion of its inaugural flights to London and Jeddah, Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has now also officially joined the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Celebrated at the 82nd IATA World Air Transport Summit in Rio de Janeiro, the historic milestone integrates the airline into the global aviation ecosystem and

The presence of the Prime Minister, the Mayor of London and HRH The Prince of Wales at London Tech Week last week highlights the growing importance of the UK’s events and exhibition industry and reinforces London’s position as a global destination for innovation, business and international collaboration, according to Olympia Events’ CEO Andy O’Sullivan. Speaking

Vietnam Airlines has officially inaugurated its nonstop service between Hanoi and Amsterdam, becoming the first Vietnamese carrier to operate a direct route connecting Vietnam and the Netherlands. The inaugural flight, VN83, departed Noi Bai International Airport at 3:50 AM on June 16, carrying nearly 300 passengers aboard an Airbus A350 wide-body aircraft. After a flight

Meili, the leading technology platform enabling direct ancillary distribution, has announced a strategic partnership with LATAM Airlines, the largest airline group in Latin America. The partnership marks a key milestone in Meili’s expansion across Latin America, strengthening its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing travel markets. LATAM Airlines has selected Meili to enhance its