Radisson Blu has announced the opening of two new hotels in Saudi Arabia — Buraidah and Jeddah.
“We are pleased to continue our growth momentum in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with two new hotel openings in the upper-upscale segment. We are set to open more than 10 hotels in the Kingdom this year alone,” said Mark Willis, area senior vice president, Middle East, Turkey and Africa, The Rezidor Hotel Group.
He added: “We are honored to continue building on our strong relationship with our owners and add a new dimension of world-class hospitality to the Saudi Arabian travel and tourism industry. WTTC forecasts a 9.8 percent increase in 2017 in investments related to travel and tourism in Saudi Arabia and Carlson Rezidor is privileged to be playing a leading role in the hospitality sector.”
The Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Al-Salam is Carlson Rezidor’s fourth hotel in Jeddah. It is located close to many of the city’s popular shopping destinations, and is a short distance from King Abdul Aziz International Airport.
The hotel has 142 rooms and suites, and features 10 meeting rooms and two ballrooms and a flexible space that can accommodate up to 800.
Rushdi Ashkar, general manager of Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Al-Salam: “The Radisson Blu team is extremely excited to open its fourth hotel in the city of Jeddah. Our portfolio grows from strength to strength in Saudi Arabia, and each of our hotels have their own distinctive style and service offering, but they all carry a strong united red thread of our legendary Yes I Can! service spirit. Our great meeting and event facilities will help build a strong reputation for hosting memorable events at Radisson Blu.”
The Radisson Blu Hotel, Buraidah is easily accessible from the Northern Ring Road and overlooks the city center, which is 5 km away. It is 25 km from the Prince Naif International Airport, which offers flights to both domestic and international destinations. Guests can also enjoy shopping at Al-Nakheel Plaza, a short distance from the hotel.
The Radisson Blu Hotel, Buraidah has 110 guest rooms and 12 villas. It has five meeting rooms and a flexible meeting space.
Tahar Chakray, general manager of the Radisson Blu Hotel, Buraidah, said: “We are proud to open the doors of the very first upper-upscale, internationally branded hotel in Buraidah. We look forward to showcasing the best of our Yes I Can! service spirit and award-winning hospitality standards to guests of Buraidah.”
Two new Radisson Blu hotels open in Saudi Arabia
Two new Radisson Blu hotels open in Saudi Arabia
Dammam Airports partners with KaarTech to transform IT services
Dammam Airports, a key player in Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector, has partnered with KaarTech to deliver end-to-end IT managed services across its airport network in the Eastern Province.
This milestone advances Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and strengthens Dammam Airports’ commitment to delivering world-class travel experiences. The collaboration was inaugurated through an official signing ceremony attended by Mohammed Al-Hassany, CEO of Dammam Airports, and Shahinsha Abdul Basheer, CEO of KaarTech, signifying a shared commitment to shaping the future of Saudi Arabia’s aviation through innovation and intelligent technology.
Recognized as one of the world’s largest airports by land area, Dammam Airports connects more than 12 million passengers each year and plays a vital role in strengthening the Kingdom’s aviation growth. With this partnership, the company is set to transform its IT landscape into a secure, scalable, and intelligent environment that supports the complexities of modern airport operations.
KaarTech will manage the complete IT landscape across three airports, covering infrastructure, cloud, and network operations, along with 24/7 service management. This engagement also includes comprehensive application support beyond SAP, enriched with automation, proactive governance, and predictive intelligence. KaarTech will enable Dammam Airports to achieve resilience, efficiency, and long-term scalability through a comprehensive AI governance approach that embeds transparency, accountability, and innovation into every layer of IT operations, positioning the company as a trusted driver of aviation modernization.
This partnership aims to transform IT from a back-end function into an AI-enabled strategic driver of business performance and passenger experience. From ensuring business continuity and strengthening operational reliability to enabling connected, insight-driven airport services, the collaboration reflects a shared commitment to data-driven, intelligent, and sustainable aviation.
Through this engagement, KaarTech reaffirms its position as a trusted partner in AI-led enterprise transformation, delivering deep expertise in managing complex technology ecosystems with intelligence and precision. For Dammam Airports, the partnership represents a decisive step in aligning operational excellence with the national vision for innovation, digital connectivity, and long-term growth.
Together, the two organizations will drive smarter airport operations and deliver sustainable value for the Kingdom’s growing aviation ecosystem.
