Chalet Hotels Plans 5,500 Keys by FY2030 with Key Projects in Delhi, Hyderabad, Pune
Chalet Hotels plans to expand its portfolio to 5,500 keys by FY2030, increasing from 3,389 currently. Key projects include a Taj hotel at Delhi Airport and developments in Hyderabad, Pune, and Udaipur.
Emaar Hospitality Opens Vida Aljada Hotel in Sharjah
Emaar Hospitality Group opened the Vida Aljada hotel in Sharjah on September 8, 2026. It is the first Vida Hotels & Resorts property in the emirate, featuring 175 rooms and extensive dining, wellness, family, and business facilities.
Aimbridge Hospitality Takes Over Management of Three Gorman & Company Hotels
Aimbridge Hospitality has taken over management of three landmark hotels for Gorman & Company, effective September 9, 2026. This deal notably expands Aimbridge's hospitality management portfolio.
Over 1,300 UK Flight Cancellations on Sept 8 Due to NATS System Fault
A failure in National Air Traffic Services' flight data processing system on September 8 led to approximately 1,300 cancelled UK flights. Disruptions continued into September 9 with 177 cancellations, mostly at Heathrow.
Manchester Airport Cancels or Delays 32 Flights on 2026-09-10
Thirty-two flights were cancelled or delayed at Manchester Airport on September 10, 2026. The disruptions were tied to broader UK air traffic control problems.
NATS Air Traffic Failure Halts 2,000+ UK Flights on September 8-9
A technical fault in the NATS air traffic control system resulted in over 2,000 flight cancellations across major UK airports on September 8-9, 2026. British Airways and Ryanair were among the hardest hit, canceling nearly 290 and 260 flights respectively.
ITE HCMC 2026 Records Nearly 48,000 Visitors at Saigon Convention Center
ITE HCMC 2026 attracted 47,960 visitors, marking the largest edition in its 20-year history. The expo hosted over 520 exhibitors and 21,000 business meetings at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center.
Saudi Ministry of Tourism Joins WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 as Strategic Partner
WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 will take place Sept 8-10 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre, focusing on Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 tourism goals. The Saudi Ministry of Tourism is a strategic partner of the event, which includes sessions on outbound travel and digital innovation.
African Travel Commission 2027 Tourism Summit in Lagos
The African Travel Commission plans to hold its 2027 Annual Tourism Summit in Lagos at Eko Hotel & Suites from March 16 to 17. The two-day event will focus on collaboration, connectivity, affordability, and cross-border movement to advance African tourism.
UK Air Traffic Control Malfunction Cancels 2,000 Flights on Sept 8, 2026
A technical fault in the UK's air traffic control on September 8, 2026, canceled around 2,000 flights across major airports including Heathrow and Gatwick. Over 330,000 passengers were affected, with disruption continuing the next day.
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FAA Issues Flight Delay Warning for 14 Major U.S. Airports on Nov 10
The FAA warned of potential flight delays at 14 major U.S. airports on November 10, 2026, due to low clouds and gusty winds. Over 900 total flight delays were reported nationwide on that day.
Seven Dead, 125 Injured in Train Collision in Giza’s Al-Ayyat District
Seven people died and 125 were injured after a Giza to Fayoum train crashed into a stationary Cairo to Aswan train in Al-Ayyat, Giza on November 8, 2026. Emergency response involved 72 ambulances and multiple hospitals; investigations are ongoing.
UAE Flight Disruptions Impact Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, and Air Arabia on Nov 11
On November 11, Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai, and Air Arabia announced numerous flight delays and cancellations primarily affecting UAE routes to Saudi Arabia and Israel. The disruptions coincide with ongoing regional security tensions linked to the US-Iran conflict.