By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) presented a campaign update today (Monday 1st May), for their vision of ‘Making Tourism More Sustainable’ to GCC travel professionals at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023. Under the slogan, ‘Germany, simply inspiring’, GNTB is focusing on the sustainable related aspects across a number of tourism segments, which include: Embrace German …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is showcasing a suite of new products and enhancements at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai this week. The airline revealed the new interior for its Boeing 787 Dreamliners that will join the fleet in the third quarter of this year adding to the 39 …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: GCC-based travel conglomerate Kanoo Travel and premium destination management company Desert Adventures Tourism have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a joint venture in Saudi Arabia at Arabian Travel Market 2023. The collaboration brings together two of the largest and most reputable travel trade organisations in the Middle East, aiming to create the most …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates, the Official Airline of the 2023 Arabian Travel Market (ATM), now in its 30th edition, welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohammedbin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE to …

AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), the leading facilitator of global trade, logistics and industry, has announced plans to expand its fleet with the purchase of five bulk carriers and three crude oil tankers. These vessel acquisitions will follow the recently signed agreements as part of the Group’s strategic global expansion objectives to enhance the shipping division under AD Ports Group’s …

Presight AI (ADX: PRESIGHT), the region’s leader in big data analytics powered by artificial intelligence (AI), and Kazakhstan-based Astana Hub, the largest international technology park for IT startups in Central Asia, hosted The AI Battle, a competition aimed at elevating startups’ ideas and scaling up their businesses in the fields of AI, big data and machine learning. The competition, which …

News Desk DUBAI: Turkish Airlines, flying to more countries than any other airline, is bringing the UEFA Champions League vibe to their stand at the Arabian Travel Market 2023, complete with a display relating to the tournament. The centerpiece of the stand will be a life-size replica of the Champions League trophy, gleaming under the bright lights and drawing the visitors for photo opportunities with the trophy exhibit. Visitors to the Turkish Airlines stand also …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Government officials and industry leaders from the Middle East and beyond will gather at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from today for the 30th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM). The milestone event, which will run from Monday, 1 to Thursday, 4 May, will see global travel, tourism, and hospitality experts come together to explore how …

By Rafiq Vayani MUSCAT/DUBAI: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Omani Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, is preparing to participate in the activities of this year’s edition of the Arabian Travel Market, from May 1-4 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This annual participation comes within the framework of the keenness of the Sultanate of Oman, represented by the …

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) participated in the Health, Safety, and Environment event by Zayed University in Dubai, to introduce university students, employees, and faculty members to the most prominent international practices in occupational health, safety and the environment. This is part of DEWA’s efforts to increase awareness of the importance of the environment, health and safety among the …