ATM 2024: HotelRunner partners signs Memorandum of Understanding with Alesayi Hospitality Company

New strategic partnership is designed to advance Saudi Arabia's vision 2030

HotelRunner has announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Alesayi Hospitality Company (AHC), with endorsement from the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), to develop a globally connected and sustainable Kingdom of Saudi Arabia travel ecosystem that's powered by data, AI, and automation.

Hospitality and travel technologies provider has partnered with the hotel management and hospitality consulting firm to propel the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's travel industry into a new era of innovation and growth. 

The signing ceremony took place at STA’s stand at the Arabian Travel Market 2024 in Dubai this week.

The firm are said to be embracing the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the economy and enhance societal well-being, through the partnership to go on to play a pivotal role in shaping the Kingdom's evolving travel landscape. 

Ali Beklen, co-founder and managing partner of HotelRunner, said: "We believe in the power of innovative technology to unlock new opportunities. 

"This partnership represents a strategic milestone in our mission to build a more vibrant and interconnected travel economy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia." 

Arden Agopyan, -cofounder and managing partner of HotelRunner, added: "Our goal is to create a strong travel ecosystem that fosters innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development. 

"Through this partnership, we are committed to delivering unparalleled value to each stakeholder through the implementation and enablement of high technology."

Hatem Alesayi, deputy CEO of Alesayi Hospitality Company, echoed this sentiment, emphasising the transformative potential of the partnership. 

He said: "Our partnership signifies a pivotal moment in our mission to showcase Saudi Arabia's tourism potential to the world. 

"By leveraging HotelRunner's technology and our regional expertise, we're primed to offer remarkable experiences and advance the objectives of Vision 2030."

Within the scope of the Memorandum of Understanding, HotelRunner and Alesayi Hospitality Company will equip hotels, travel agencies, and tourism professionals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the latest technology infrastructure powered by data, AI, and automation.

The two hope to support them in the transition from local to global, to reinforce the country's position as a "dynamic and progressive global destination".