Stephan Schupbach on Chedi Hospitality’s unbound approach to luxury hospitality
In a buoyant regional market, Chedi Hospitality is expanding its presence through a growth strategy rooted in authentic luxury and cultural stewardship. CEO Stephan Schupbach tells HN how the group is curating experiences that go beyond simple stays to give high-end guests a deeper sense of connection and place.
10 European restaurant concepts ripe for regional franchise growth
Chef David Faure, co-founder of the innovative duo Un Couple en cuisine, highlights 10 European restaurant concepts with strong potential for franchise success across the region.
Khaled Ahmed Sharbatly welcomes Saudi Arabia’s 2026 Year of AI declaration
Saudi Arabia has officially declared 2026 the Year of Artificial Intelligence (AI), reinforcing national ambitions to strengthen global technology leadership and innovation.
AI voice ordering to transform drive-thrus
Ready to take your order, voice-activated artificial intelligence systems are poised to revolutionize drive-thru operations across the region’s rapidly expanding quick-service restaurant market. Duncan Fraser-Smith, CEO of Craft Hospitality Group, spotlights the huge opportunities and possible challenges that this transformational technology presents.
