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Like all businesses, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an integral part of the hospitality industry. Speaking on the panel "Hotel Innovation: How to Ensure Relevance Today and Tomorrow," Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President – Operations & Development, EMEA & India; Senior Vice President – Group Human Resources & Talent Development, Swiss-Belhotel International highlighted the potential benefits and risks of AI. Laurent stated, “While AI has emerged as a powerful tool for productivity enhancement through automation and virtual assistance, consumer...

Dubai-based EVOPS Hotel Consultancy DMCC has announced a collaboration with final year Architecture and Urban Planning students from Kimyo International University in Tashkent (KIUT) for its latest hotel project. The students have been given the opportunity to be a part of the interior design team for the Grand Chortoq Resort and Sanatorium managed by ATECA Hotels in Uzbekistan. Enjoying an extraordinary location in Chartak area of Namangan region in Fergana Valley, the sprawling Grand Chortoq Resort is spread over 60 hectares of land and is owned by Mr. Bokhodir...

ATECA Hotel Suites unveiled the ATECA Club programme offering a host of exclusive benefits for members across its food and beverage outlets as well as the Not Another Store Hair & Beauty Salon. With 5 membership options catering to students, women, corporate executives, neighbours, and people of determination, the scheme is designed to offer fabulous discounts for diners along with other privileges at the hotel’s fantastic restaurants and bars. Hina Bakht, Vice Chairperson of ATECA Holding, said, “We are delighted to launch...

ATECA Hotel Suites unveiled the ATECA Club programme offering a host of exclusive benefits for members across its food and beverage outlets as well as the Not Another Store Hair & Beauty Salon. With 5 membership options catering to students, women, corporate executives, neighbours, and people of determination, the scheme is designed to offer fabulous discounts for diners along with other privileges at the hotel’s fantastic restaurants and bars. Hina Bakht, Vice Chairperson of ATECA Holding, said, “We are delighted to launch...

ATECA Hotel Suites in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, announced today the opening of its Christmas Crafts Market and with it rolled out its year-end festive calendar. The four-day traditional Christmas Market, running from 12th to 14th December, brings together over 60 local artisans and craftsmen offering unique hand-made items and gifts, toys, decorations, food stations, homemade cookies, accessories, ornaments, artefacts, jewellery, and much more. The special event was inaugurated by Khondamir Akhmedjanov, Representative of the owning company for ATECA Hotel Suites, Hina Bakht, Vice Chairperson of ATECA Holding; Prof. Janpolat, Kudaybergenov, Rector...

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as the Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai brings you a sparkling holiday season with exciting celebrations across its superb restaurants. Launching the festive programme, Khaled Saab, General Manager for Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, said, “It is the most wonderful time of the year and we look forward to welcoming our guests to experience it. We have prepared an array of activities and packages for Christmas and New Year celebrations to help guests connect with their loved ones. Whether you choose to party...

  ATECA Hotel Suites has announced its festive programme for Christmas and New Year. The hotel has created the most glamorous settings featuring an array of delicious menus enhanced by the signature ATECA service for an unforgettable celebration. Hina Bakht, Vice Chairperson of ATECA Holding, said, “At ATECA Hotel Suites we are delighted to extend a warm welcome to all our guests for a magical festive season. It is the perfect time to get together with family and friends. Throughout Christmas and New Year our guests...

Ajman Bank, one of the leading Shariah-compliant banks in the UAE, has signed a strategic agreement with the PaaS enabler KMMRCE Pay. The partnership equips Ajman Bank with the technology to accelerate its digital transformation and enrich its client offering by adding new payment services. The collaboration will also allow KMMRCE Pay to operate across the UAE, supported by Ajman Bank’s compliance and regulatory frameworks. Mr. Mohamed Amiri, Chief Executive Officer, Ajman Bank, said, “We are continuously innovating and developing new capabilities to meet our...

Ajman Bank has been awarded the Quality Assurance Certification for Internal Audit Function by KPMG. This new milestone comes following a rigorous external and independent evaluation of Internal Audit in accordance with the requirements of international standards. These professional practices of internal auditing and code of ethics issued by IIA, USA and mandated by Central Bank of UAE, state that an internal audit activity must obtain an external assessment at least every five years by an independent reviewer. ‘Full conformance to...

Swiss-Belhotel International has announced its return to Brisbane in Australia with the signing of the Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane.  Scheduled to open its doors to guests by April 2023, the hotel is centrally located in Woolloongabba, directly across from the iconic Gabba Stadium, which hosts all major sporting events and is being redeveloped to serve as the centrepiece of 2032 Olympic Games. The Cross River Rail Station, which is due for completion in 2024, is located just opposite the property. Mr. Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President of Swiss-Belhotel International, said, “We are delighted to partner with ENZCORP...