The Hospitality Network has announced the return of the EMEA Stakeholder Conference to Dubai, from November 5-7, 2024, when over 700 leaders from across the hotel and real estate industry in Europe, the Middle East and Africa will discuss the latest trends shaping the industry.

The invitation-only event that is taking place at Lapita Dubai Parks and Resorts Autograph Collection, will address some of the challenges and opportunities, in the areas of sustainability, advanced technologies, and innovation.

From owners, operators, developers, and consultants, attendees will share their expertise, insights, and learning, for knowledge exchange.

Martina Bjorkenor, Managing Director of The Hospitality Network, said: "The 2024 EMEA Stakeholder Conference will provide an invaluable platform for attendees to network, learn from industry experts, and explore innovative solutions tailored to the region's unique projects and challenges.

“As we face an evolving landscape, collaboration and knowledge sharing will be key to driving our industry forward."

Some of the key leaders of the sector who will share their expertise, include: Ibrahima Gaye, Property Development Building Services Director at KAFD (King Abdullah Financial District); Rodney Linville, Global Head of Information Technology at Nobu Hotels; Saurabh Bakshi, Chief Operating Officer of the Hospitality Division at Azizi Developments; and Philip Wooller, Area Director Middle East & Africa at STR.

The conference will offer networking opportunities between owners, operators, developers, consultants and leading suppliers, besides showcasing innovation, technology, sustainability and design in the purpose-built experience rooms.

The Hospitality Network has also announced that the scheduling of the KSA Stakeholder Gathering that will take place from May 20-21, 2025, in Riyadh; the EMEA Stakeholder Conference in November 2025 in Dubai.

The Middle East’s hospitality and real estate sectors are currently experiencing robust growth driven by a surge in tourism and significant investments in infrastructure.

In Dubai, UAE, for example, the tourism sector has achieved a new record as it welcomed 9.31 million international overnight visitors in the first six months of 2024 – an increase of 8.9% over 2023.

Saudi Arabia, in the meanwhile, is heavily investing in developing its tourist infrastructure as it seeks to achieve a target of attracting 150 million visitors to the kingdom by 2030, up from its previous target of 100 million. – TradeArabia News Service