Jordan has reaffirmed its position as the Middle East and North Africa’s leading medical tourism destination, welcoming more than 224,000 international patients in 2024 and generating over USD 1 billion in annual revenue. Combining world-class healthcare expertise with unique natural therapeutic sites, Jordan continues to strengthen its role as a premier hub for advanced medical care and wellness in the region.
Berlin-based WALLROUND has raised €4.2 million in an oversubscribed seed round to digitise energy-efficient renovations, aiming to become Europe’s largest renovation franchise by combining software-driven planning with full-stack project delivery.
Diriyah Company has launched Aman Residences, Amansamar in Wadi Safar – a new ultra-luxury villa and estate development designed by Jean-Michel Gathy and anchored by Aman’s first residences in Saudi Arabia.
Soho House will return to private ownership in a $2.7 billion deal led by MCR Hotels, offering shareholders $9 per share, nearly 18% above the last close. The agreement, which lifted shares more than 15%, will see Ashton Kutcher join the board and Neil Thomson step in as Chief Financial Officer as the club operator seeks stability after a turbulent public run.
EVT Limited has launched EVT Connect Hospitality, its new third-party hotel management platform, with the acquisition of Pro-invest Group’s hotel management arm. The deal covers 15 hotels across Australia and New Zealand, totalling 3,200 rooms.
Kenya has launched a major tourism rebranding initiative with the appointment of Mary-Ann Musangi as chair of a 23-member taskforce. The team, unveiled by CS Rebecca Miano, will review the country’s global image and deliver a new brand strategy within a year.