The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, set to take place from April 28 to May 1, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), is gearing up for its biggest Travel Tech showcase yet. This year, the exhibition is seeing a 25% rise in Travel Tech exhibitors and a 22% increase in exhibition space, underscoring the growing role of technology in revolutionizing the travel industry.
With the theme ‘Global Travel: Developing Tomorrow’s Tourism Through Enhanced Connectivity’, ATM 2025 aims to highlight how emerging technologies are reshaping the travel landscape. The Future Stage, a key feature of the event, will host industry experts discussing transformative topics such as:
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning in Travel
- Blockchain and Secure Digital Transactions
- Collaboration Tools for the Travel Industry
- Next-Generation Transportation & Mobility
- Augmented Reality (AR) for Enhanced Tourism Experiences
These discussions will shed light on cutting-edge innovations that are helping businesses streamline operations, personalize travel experiences, and enhance connectivity across the sector.
Tech-Driven Travel Market Growth
According to industry projections, the global travel technology market, currently valued at $10.7 billion, is expected to soar to $18.6 billion by 2033. This represents a 6.05% annual growth rate, reflecting the increasing demand for digital solutions in travel planning, customer experience, and operational efficiency.
Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director ME at Arabian Travel Market, emphasized the importance of technology in shaping the future of travel:
“ATM Travel Tech brings together the brightest minds in the industry, providing an unparalleled space for collaboration, innovation, and business growth. With digital connectivity and integration becoming top priorities, ATM 2025 will focus on the technologies driving the sector forward.”
Leading Travel Tech Brands Set to Showcase Innovations
ATM 2025 is set to host top global travel technology brands, including:
- Amadeus – Advanced booking & reservation solutions
- Huawei – Smart connectivity & cloud services
- Sabre & Travelport – Airline & hotel booking platforms
- Expedia & Dida Travel – Online travel booking innovations
- Hotelbeds & WebBeds – Digital hotel distribution solutions
- Moonline Travel – AI-powered travel management
These exhibitors will introduce next-generation technologies, ranging from AI-driven itinerary planning and automated customer support to contactless payments and virtual reality (VR) travel experiences.
Shaping the Future of Travel & Aviation
The event will also explore major trends influencing aviation and corporate travel, including:
- Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) – Reducing carbon footprints in air travel
- AI-Powered Innovation – Improving airport services & travel personalization
- Smart Airports & Biometric Check-ins – Enhancing security & efficiency
- Growth of Business Travel – 42% of companies expected to increase corporate travel spending in 2025
Strategic Partnerships Strengthening ATM 2025
ATM 2025 is backed by key industry partners, including:
- Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) – Official Destination Partner
- Emirates Airline – Official Airline Partner
- IHG Hotels & Resorts – Official Hotel Partner
- Al Rais Travel – Official Destination Management Company
With Dubai continuing to position itself as a global leader in travel and innovation, ATM 2025 promises to be an unmissable event for travel professionals, tech innovators, and investors. As the industry embraces digital transformation, this year’s event will offer insights, networking opportunities, and cutting-edge solutions to shape the future of global tourism.