Spokesman Report<\/p>\n
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 21 May 2026: RX has announced that Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026<\/u>\u00a0will now take place from 14\u201317 September 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), following extensive consultation with exhibitors and industry stakeholders, reflecting ATM\u2019s commitment to listening to the needs of the global tourism industry.<\/p>\n
Danielle Curtis, Regional Portfolio Director \u2013 UAE, RX Global, said: \u201cWe have been listening and working closely with our exhibitors, partners and stakeholders from across the global travel industry, and the decision to move Arabian Travel Market 2026 to 14\u201317 September reflects that ongoing dialogue and collaboration.<\/p>\n
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\u201cOur priority is always to ensure that ATM delivers the strongest possible platform for business, networking and partnership opportunities for the international travel community. Following industry feedback, we are pleased that these new dates will allow exhibitors, buyers and visitors from around the world to maximise their participation and engagement at the event.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe would like to thank our strategic partners, including Dubai World Trade Centre, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, IHG and Al Rais Travel, for their continued collaboration and support in making these revised dates possible. Together, we remain committed to delivering a world-class event that supports the continued growth and evolution of the global travel and tourism industry.\u201d<\/p>\n
Now in its 33rd edition, Arabian Travel Market serves as a key global platform connecting destinations, travel suppliers, hospitality brands, airlines, technology providers and industry professionals from across the travel ecosystem.<\/p>\n
ATM 2026 will continue to be held under the theme \u201cTravel 2040: Driving New Frontiers Through Innovation and Technology\u201d<\/i><\/em>, exploring the trends, technologies and innovations shaping the future of global travel. The event will spotlight ATM Travel Tech, the dedicated co-located show focused on the rapidly evolving travel technology sector, alongside the Tech & Innovation Zone, an immersive hub showcasing the latest developments in AI, immersive experiences, smart mobility, fintech, robotics and sustainable travel solutions.<\/p>\n The extensive ATM conference programme, which includes the Global Stage, Future Stage, located within the Tech & Innovation Zone, and Experience Hub, will bring together key tourism leaders and experts to examine the evolving challenges and opportunities shaping international tourism, with dedicated sessions exploring destination resilience, traveller experience, aviation innovation, digital transformation and sustainable long-term growth strategies.<\/p>\n The programme will include leading global research organisations, strategists and technology specialists to deliver data-driven insight into the future of travel. Confirmed contributors on the Global Stage include Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, delivering the session “ATM Annual Trends Report: Middle East Momentum & Market Shifts\u201d.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n The company will be joined by Euromonitor\u2019s Stephen Dutton, who will lead a session titled\u00a0\u201c<\/i><\/em>The State of Travel: Inflation, Polycrisis & the New Travel Reality.\u201d<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n The Future Stage, located within the Tech & Innovation Zone, will be hosted by BBC\u2019s Nick Kwek, Travel and Tech Broadcaster and feature sessions led by research partners including Dragon Trail, where Sienna Parulis-Cook, Director of Marketing & Communications, will present\u00a0\u201cWelcoming Back the Chinese Tourism Market: Insights for the Middle East\u201d<\/i><\/em>\u00a0and Videc, which will discuss \u201cMoney Talks: Growth, M&A and consolidation in Global Travel\u201d, <\/i><\/em>outlining the insights, data and strategies for investment and growth in travel technology.<\/p>\n The Experience Hub will welcome Rana Nawas, Corporate Strategist & Podcast Host, who will deliver a workshop titled \u201cThe Modern Leader and Future of Workforce<\/i><\/em>.\u201d The programme will also feature\u00a0several sessions, including a high-level, buyer-focused event by ICCA titled \u201cBeyond Borders: The Middle East\u2019s Collaborative Vision for a Global Business Events Future\u201d, <\/i><\/em>alongside further peer-to-peer conversations and round table discussions.<\/p>\n ATM 2026 is expected to welcome thousands of travel professionals and exhibitors from around the world following the confirmation of the revised September dates, highlighting Dubai\u2019s role as a global platform for tourism industry dialogue, collaboration and innovation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Spokesman Report Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 21 May 2026: RX has announced that Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026\u00a0will now take place from 14\u201317 September 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), following extensive consultation with exhibitors and industry stakeholders, reflecting ATM\u2019s commitment to listening to the needs of the global tourism industry. 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