GCC, North Africa hotel pipeline hits $90bn, with 200,000 new rooms planned: report

Wed, 23 Sep 2026

The GCC and North Africa have a US$90 billion hotel pipeline, with 200,000 new rooms planned, according to HVS. About 88,000 rooms are under construction, while more than 55% of projects are expected to open by 2030, underscoring rapid hospitality growth.

Fahad Al Mheiri named Boeing Vice President for Mena

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Boeing has appointed Fahad Al Mheiri as its new Vice President for the Middle East Gulf and North Africa region, starting in January. Based in Dubai, Al Mheiri succeeds Kuljit Ghata-Aura, who has moved into a new executive role with the company.