20-22 April 2026
Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh
Content library
Podcasts
Episode 119: Building for the Future - How Ascott Limited Is Tailoring Hospitality to Saudi’s Vision 2030
Serena Lim of Ascott Limited shares how the company is expanding in Saudi Arabia with a hybrid hospitality model, launching new brands like "lyf," and designing future-proof, community-driven spaces to align with Vision 2030.
Episode 118: A CEO’s View - The Rise of Purpose-Driven Hospitality
Maud Bailly joins the FHS Podcast to share how Accor is transforming luxury hospitality, from launching Saudi Arabia’s largest Sofitel to empowering women leaders and embracing sustainability across its brands.
Episode 117: Why Louvre Hotels Is Betting Big on Saudi Arabia’s Midscale Boom
Adil Jabrayilov, Development Director MENA, Louvre Hotels Group breaks down the brand’s big bets on Saudi Arabia’s midscale market, from new developments in Mecca to conversion-friendly concepts in the holy cities. He also discusses their latest luxury brand launch, digital-first guest journeys, and why domestic travellers are driving the next wave of growth.
Press room
FHS World 2025: Celebrating 20 Years Of Shaping Global Hospitality Investment
This year marks a milestone for us at The Bench as we celebrate 20 years in the UAE. Over the past two decades, Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) has evolved into the region’s most influential hospitality and tourism investment event, serving as a vital platform for leaders, innovators, and investors to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of the industry.
FHS World Announces First Confirmed Speakers for Middle East’s Leading Hospitality Investment Summit
50 globally renowned masters in hospitality, tourism, education and media already confirmed to present as FHS World unveils key features of 2025 agenda
Amsa Hospitality Signs Mixed-Use Development Project in Al Qassim
Amsa Hospitality is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement with Alkayan Alarabi to develop a mixed-use project in Al Qassim.
Industry news
Top Takeaways from the FHS World 2025 Advisory Board
Advisory Board members offered a treasure trove of insights, recommendations, and strategic ideas aimed at shaping the upcoming event into an industry-defining gathering.
FHS World 2025 Advisory Board Recap: Trends, Challenges, and Event Vision
The recent Advisory Board meeting for the Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World 2025 offered a treasure trove of insights, recommendations, and strategic ideas aimed at shaping the upcoming event into an industry-defining gathering.
Top 5 Takeaways from FHS Saudi Arabia 2025 Advisory Board
At the Advisory Board meeting, the 2025 theme was unveiled under which hospitality leaders and decision-makers will unite to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in Saudi Arabia and the key trends driving the sector.
Reports
Where's the Smart Money Going in Hospitality?
Amid geopolitical shocks and rising tariff tensions, investors are viewing the hospitality industry as a resilient outperformer. In 2024, global hotel demand reached 4.8 billion room nights, according to JLL’s Global Hotel Investment Outlook 2025.
DESTINATION SAUDI - Branded Residences in Focus with Knight Frank
A deep dive into expat demand reveals that 68% are likely to purchase a branded residence in Saudi Arabia, with Millennials showing the highest intent. Backed by a combined budget of SAR 630 million, expat buyers are looking for well-located, lifestyle-driven homes—primarily for family use or investment. Hotel-branded options remain the top choice, especially among younger high earners. Explore market trends, buyer preferences, and what’s driving growth in this evolving asset class.
The Future of Healthcare - Whitepaper by H+A Global
The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by factors such as rising healthcare costs, an ageing population, and technological advancements. These changes are creating new opportunities for hospitality operators to enter the healthcare market and diversify their revenue streams.