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RateGain Travel Technologies Limited, a global leader of AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, announced the strategic unification of Adara and Sojern into a single global entity operating under the Sojern brand, creating the world’s largest and most comprehensive source of travel intent data. By combining products, talent and data assets under a single brand, the unified platform will deliver predictive traveler insights and multichannel engagement at global scale. This deliberate alignment brings together complementary strengths while preserving the expertise and customer value each organization has built, deepening product depth and data moats to reinforce differentiation in the global travel technology landscape. Bhanu Chopra, Founder and Managing Director, RateGain, said, “Our mission is to simplify growth for travel brands by unlocking the full potential of integrated data. Adara joining Sojern under one roof, represents a defining step in that journey. We are creating a platform that combines deep travel-intent intelligence with global media activation and performance capabilities, delivering a unified growth engine designed to set new benchmarks for the industry.” “We’re proud to have Adara join our ranks, and even further increase our capability to deliver on the demands of the rapidly evolving travel marketing industry,” said Mark Rabe, CEO of Sojern. “By uniting our people, data, and technology under the Sojern brand, we are creating an undeniable powerhouse that connects marketing, distribution, and revenue decisions. This alignment allows us to focus on what matters most: helping our customers navigate a complex travel landscape and capture every opportunity for growth.” Sojern will retain the Adara workforce under newly organized leadership. These changes are part of a multi-stage, strategic alignment being undertaken as RateGain creates the industry’s most comprehensive …

EzyTrip was honoured as the ‘Fastest Growing B2B Online Portal – Qatar’ at the 8th edition of the Arabian Travel Awards 2025. “EzyTrip is honoured to receive the Fastest Growing B2B Online Portal Award – Qatar. We sincerely thank our partners, clients and stakeholders for their continued trust and support. This recognition reflects our commitment to innovation, reliability and empowering travel businesses through seamless digital solutions. We are grateful to our dedicated team whose hard work drives our growth, and we look forward to delivering even greater value in the future.” Hiloor Muhiyadeen, Group CFO, Ezytrip Qatar.

The Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) travel and tourism sector added $247.1 billion to the region’s GDP in 2024, marking a 31.9 percent jump from 2019, according to new figures from the GCC Statistical Centre. Tourism’s share of GDP is forecast to reach $371.2 billion by 2034, accounting for 13.3 percent of the region’s economy. The sector also plays a vital role in job creation, with employment contributions valued at $4.3 billion in 2024—up 24.9 percent from 2019—and an estimated 1.3 million new jobs expected by 2034. The report, “Tourism in the GCC: A Gateway to Development and Sustainable Transformation,” highlights rising youth and women’s participation in the industry. Women represented 13 percent of the workforce in 2024, up 73.2 percent since 2019. Eco-tourism and intra-GCC travel are also on the rise, with natural reserves expanding and 19.3 million intra-regional tourists recorded in 2024.

Turkish Airlines has expanded its Southern Europe network with the addition of Seville, one of Spain’s most prominent tourism hubs. With this launch, Seville becomes the airline’s sixth destination in Spain, joining Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Malaga, and Bilbao. Starting 17 September 2025, Turkish Airlines began to operate daily flights between İstanbul Airport and Seville Airport, providing passengers with more travel options and enhancing regional connectivity. The new route aims to strengthen tourism and business ties between Turkey and Spain. Known as the heart of Andalusia, Seville is celebrated for its rich heritage, stunning architecture, and renowned Andalusian cuisine. Its cultural significance, stretching from ancient times to the Umayyad civilisation, makes it a prime destination for travellers seeking history, culture, and gastronomy. Commenting on the launch, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee, Prof. Ahmet Bolat, said: “We are delighted to offer our passengers a new travel option with the launch of our Seville flights. Through our strategically located homebase in İstanbul, we will continue bridging cultures and continents worldwide, while creating new opportunities for tourism and business.” The new Seville flights further strengthen Turkish Airlines’ commitment to expanding its global network and connecting passengers to key destinations across Europe and beyond.