Accor Group Chairman and CEO Sébastien Bazin visited Dubai to engage with UAE leadership and support teams across the region, reaffirming the company’s long-term commitment to the Middle East. During his visit, Bazin hosted an iftar at 25Hours Dubai One Central, bringing together Accor’s General Managers and corporate teams. The gathering highlighted unity and resilience amid ongoing regional challenges, with Bazin emphasising the importance of supporting employees and maintaining operational stability. His presence underscored Accor’s people-first approach and its focus on strengthening relationships across the region while navigating evolving market conditions with confidence and continuity.

Centara Hotels & Resorts is advancing water conservation across its Maldives properties, including Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa and The Atollia resorts. The group has implemented measures such as low-flow fixtures, wastewater recycling, desalination systems and real-time monitoring to reduce consumption. Some properties have achieved water usage levels significantly below industry benchmarks, with targets to cut usage by up to 10 per cent per guest night. 

Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has become the first hotel in the UAE to sign the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability. The global initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50 per cent by 2030 and achieve net zero before 2050. 

Anantara Hotels & Resorts has announced the line-up, judges and partners for the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma, set to take place from April 16 to 19, 2026, in Rome. The event will feature 70 historic Italian cars competing across 16 classes, marking the first Concorso in the city since 1960. 

AirCairo has appointed Aeroprime Group as its exclusive Cargo General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) for India and the UAE, expanding their existing partnership. Aeroprime already serves as AirCairo’s Passenger GSA in India and will now manage cargo sales, operations and customer engagement across both markets. The move aims to strengthen AirCairo’s cargo capabilities and capitalise on growing trade flows between Egypt, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. 

Outletcity Metzingen recently celebrated its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of growth into Europe’s largest outlet and the world’s first omnichannel outlet destination. Recent developments, including the Moxy Hotel Metzingen and a new Welcome Center with concierge and VIP services, have enhanced its position as a lifestyle destination. The company is also strengthening its presence in the GCC market through trade partnerships and industry engagements, reinforcing its international appeal. 

Aquarabia, Qiddiya City’s flagship water theme park, welcomed select guests for a soft opening from March 20, marking a key step ahead of its official launch. The Middle East’s largest water park operated at full capacity during the preview phase.

Erth Abu Dhabi distributed more than 95,000 Iftar meals daily across the UAE during Ramadan, continuing a longstanding initiative supported by the Zayed for Good Foundation. The programme served worshippers at major mosques in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Fujairah, as well as communities in specialised economic zones.