27-29 OCT 2025
Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
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
Sustainable Hospitality Challenge 2025 Kicks Off: Students Design the Hotel Room of the Future
The Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC), founded by Hotelschool The Hague, returns in 2025 with a dynamic new format that reflects the evolving landscape of hospitality innovation. It now features two powerful tracks centered around Impact and Inspiration.
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.
Green Value Through Certification in the Hospitality Sector
In today's business landscape, sustainability has emerged as a pivotal factor influencing financial performance, whether it is at the design and construction process, during the in-use phase or the valuation and acquisition process. In this article, we explore the intricate relationship between sustainability and valuation creation.
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.
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.
Middle Eastern Hubs Take Centre Stage Amidst Shifts in Global Tourism Industry
New Kearney report reveals tourists increasingly seek destinations that blend urban accessibility with leisure. Ecotourism and wellness travel are quickly gaining popularity with global travelers