With the global travel technology market currently valued at $10.7 billion, leaders and innovators from across the globe are gearing up to shape the future of the tourism sector at the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), scheduled to occur at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 28 April to 1 May 2025.
ATM 2025’s conference program and exhibition
ATM 2025’s comprehensive conference program and exhibition embody this year’s theme, ‘Global Travel: Developing Tomorrow’s Tourism Through Enhanced Connectivity.’ With Travel Tech exhibitors experiencing year-on-year growth of 25 percent and the exhibition space for this segment expanding by 22 percent, this year’s event will delve into how technology is revolutionizing the tourism industry, unveiling new growth prospects for both enterprising start-ups and established multinationals.
Future Stage at ATM 2025
The Future Stage at ATM 2025 will feature a diverse lineup of expert speakers who will discuss how advancements in areas such as analytics and machine learning, workplace collaboration, blockchain, next-gen mobility, and augmented reality are propelling our sector forward. This year’s event offers an unparalleled opportunity for exhibitors to showcase their innovations to an international audience of senior decision-makers and purchasing influencers.
Danielle Curtis, Exhibition director ME at Arabian Travel Market, remarked: “ATM Travel Tech draws together the best and brightest from across our industry, creating an unrivalled forum for discovery, debate and deal-making. Now more than ever, opportunities related to connectivity and integration are at the forefront of our minds, and they will take centre stage at ATM 2025.”
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Future growth predictions for travel technology
According to IMARC Group, the global market for travel technology is projected to reach $18.6 billion in the next eight years, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.05 percent anticipated during the period from 2025 to 2033. The Future Stage at ATM 2025 will host various presentations aimed at highlighting opportunities within this exciting and lucrative sector. This year’s sessions will cover topics such as: ‘Generational Trends Influencing Hyper-personalisation in Luxury,’ ‘Travel Technology: Get Ahead or Get Left Behind,’ ‘AI: Everywhere All At Once,’ and ‘Data-Driven Travel: The Next Frontier of Destination Transformations,’ among others.
Role of technology in tourism
Tourism has consistently been an early adopter of emerging technologies, and digitalization continues to facilitate seamless and frictionless travel. Looking ahead, the evolution of smart travel facilitation, smart destinations, and new job opportunities is expected to foster economic, social, and environmental sustainability within our sector.
Competitive landscape in MEA travel tech market
While the Middle East and Africa’s (MEA) travel tech market faces stiff competition from Asia-Pacific nations, countries such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia are effectively responding to growing demand from tech-savvy consumers, utilizing the latest innovations to bolster their appeal as global travel destinations.
Dubai as ideal host city
“I can’t think of a better host city for ATM Travel Tech than Dubai, which continues to raise aspirations both regionally and globally with its commitment to the Smart Dubai strategy,” Curtis stated. “Smart travel, transport, artificial intelligence (AI), and urban planning initiatives are driving increased innovation and connectivity across the emirate, making it the ideal meeting point for leaders and disruptors from other markets.”
Cutting-edge technologies, mobile applications, contactless solutions, and similar innovations will be featured at ATM 2025’s Travel Tech exhibition, showcasing a dynamic lineup of new and returning exhibitors, including Amadeus, Huawei, Sabre, Expedia, Travelport, Dida Travel, Hotelbeds, WebBeds, and Moonline Travel, among others.
Networking opportunities at ATM 2025
ATM 2025 will further unite professionals and industry leaders from the leisure, luxury, travel tech, corporate, and meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) travel sectors, providing a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and business opportunities. Alongside the exhibition, international and regional experts will present on ATM’s Global, Future, and brand-new Business Events stages throughout the event, contributing to an extensive conference program.
Held in conjunction with the Dubai World Trade Centre, ATM 2025’s strategic partners include Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) as the Destination Partner; Emirates as the Official Airline Partner; IHG Hotels & Resorts as the Official Hotel Partner; and Al Rais Travel as the Official DMC Partner.
