Suez Canal University hosted the 16th international conference of the Association of Arab Tourism and Hospitality Colleges, Institutes and Departments on October 20, 2026, bringing together academics, researchers and tourism professionals to discuss technology-led growth in the sector.
Held under the theme of entrepreneurship in tourism and hospitality, the conference focused on the use of artificial intelligence, digital tools and sustainability to shape a smarter tourism industry. Sessions covered the Internet of Things, digital marketing, green tourism, cultural and natural heritage management, hotel services and workforce development.
University President Nasser Saeed Mandour said digital transformation and AI are becoming essential to improving tourism and hospitality services. He also highlighted the need for stronger partnerships between universities, government institutions and the private sector to turn research into practical projects.
The university also announced that it had won an EU-funded project to establish the EUSEED Center for Future Skills and Entrepreneurship. The project runs from September 2025 to August 2028 and involves a 24-university consortium spanning Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine and Cyprus. It aims to help students and graduates build digital and entrepreneurial skills and develop innovative ideas into productive ventures.
Source: Akhbar El Yom
