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UAE/KSA - IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has been recognised as a top employer across the Middle East in the 2026 Great Place to Work rankings, reinforcing its strong people-first culture and employer brand across one of the company’s most important growth regions. With IHG’s accelerated expansion across the Middle East, attracting, developing and retaining talent is fundamental to delivering on the company's growth commitments. This recognition affirms that IHG's workplace culture is a competitive advantage, enabling the company to build the skilled teams needed to open new hotels, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and support the region's ambitious tourism targets. Being recognised as a top employer across multiple Middle Eastern markets is something we are incredibly proud of, because it reflects the culture our colleagues have helped create every day. At IHG, taking care of people is at the heart of what we do. As we continue to grow across the region, this recognition reinforces the importance of fostering inclusive, high-performing environments that enable our teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences and support our owners. It also reflects our continued focus on strengthening engagement, wellbeing and leadership at every level, ensuring our culture remains a true differentiator as we continue to expand and strengthen our presence across the region. Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts In Saudi Arabia, IHG continues to support the Kingdom’s growing hospitality sector through initiatives such as Masarona by IHG, a flagship talent development programme designed to help Saudi nationals build long-term careers in hospitality. Meaning “Our Pathway” in Arabic, Masarona by IHG reflects IHG’s commitment to creating meaningful development opportunities for local talent in line with Saudi Vision 2030. Saudi Arabia remains one of IHG’s most important growth markets globally, and being recognised as the #1 Best Workplace in the Kingdom reflects the strong culture our teams have built together. Through programmes such as Masarona by IHG, alongside initiatives like IHG Academy and broader learning and development opportunities, we are investing in the next generation of Saudi hospitality talent and creating meaningful career pathways for local colleagues. This recognition reinforces our commitment to nurturing local talent, strengthening engagement and contributing to the Kingdom’s tourism ambitions under Vision 2030. Maher Abou Nasr, Managing Director Saudi Arabia, IHG Hotels & Resorts Through continued investment in talent development, leadership pathways, wellbeing and inclusion, IHG is strengthening the colleague experience across its hotels and corporate teams while helping shape the future of hospitality in the region. As the company continues to grow in the Middle East, it remains focused on creating an environment where colleagues can thrive, build meaningful long-term careers and contribute to the success of the business.

These openings mark an exciting growth chapter for Hilton in India, with 150 Spark by Hilton hotels planned to open across the country in the next few years Spark by Hilton delivers a simple, reliable and comfortable stay, all at an accessible price NEW DELHI, India – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Spark by Hilton hotels in Bengaluru and Goa, marking the arrival of the brand in Asia Pacific. The openings build on Hilton’s strategic agreement with Olive Hospitality to open 150 Spark by Hilton hotels across the country. Launched in 2023, Spark by Hilton is one of Hilton’s fastest-growing brands globally, designed to meet the demand from travelers seeking reliable, quality stays at an accessible price point. Backed by extensive consumer insights, the brand has scaled rapidly across established and emerging markets, with over 240 operating hotels and nearly 230 properties in the pipeline across the US, UK, Canada and other international markets. The India launch marks a pivotal moment in Spark by Hilton’s global expansion, bringing Hilton’s trusted hospitality standards to a growing segment of middle-class travelers who increasingly seek simplicity, consistency, and value without compromising comfort or service. Spark by Hilton Bengaluru Marathahalli Outer Ring Road , the 82-key hotel sits at the heart of Marathahalli, one of the city’s most active commercial and technology corridors, and is adjacent to Export Promotion Industrial Park, Embassy Tech Village, Eco World, Salarpuria Softzone and Helios Tech Park. The hotel is well-positioned to serve the steady flow of corporate and MICE demand that defines this part of the city. Meanwhile, the 64-key Spark by Hilton Goa Calangute , brings the brand to one of India’s most popular leisure destinations, catering to leisure travelers, group stays, corporate offsites and travel agent-led demand. India continues to be one of Hilton’s most exciting growth markets in Asia Pacific, fuelled by strong travel demand, rising consumer confidence and an expanding appetite for quality branded stays. The debut of Spark by Hilton marks an important milestone in our bid to serve more guests across all stay occasions, while accelerating our ability to grow at scale with the right partners. Together with Olive Hospitality, we are bringing a brand to market that is built for today’s traveller – simple, reliable and rooted in Hilton’s signature hospitality. Alan Watts, president, Asia Pacific, Hilton For the India launch, Spark by Hilton has been thoughtfully tailored to local traveller needs and expectations, reflecting how the brand can adapt for the Indian market while staying true to its focus on comfort, convenience, and intuitive guest experiences. In addition to complimentary breakfast, which will feature signature DIY dosa stations, the new Spark by Hilton hotels will offer regionalized service touchpoints, such as self-serve chai carts, alongside amenities including gym and in-room dining in select locations, as well as vending machines stocked with essentials such as chargers, batteries and quick snacks. Each of these offerings have been designed to reduce friction and deliver greater ease throughout the stay. Technology-enabled

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 23 June 2026: The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia 2026 is officially under way in Riyadh, convening industry leaders, decision makers and investors at KSA’s most influential hospitality investment conference. Taking place at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, 22-24 June, FHS Saudi Arabia 2026 is held under the theme, ‘ Where opportunity meets capital’ , with an action packed programme featuring more than 150 speakers addressing the full spectrum of hospitality investment. The Official Opening of FHS Saudi Arabia was delivered by HRH Prince Turki AlFaisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Chairman of Board of Directors, King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies , which was followed by the Keynote Address on ‘Shaping the Next Chapter of Saudi Tourism’ by Mahmoud Abdulhadi , Deputy Minister, Destination Enablement at the Saudi Ministry of Tourism , who told delegates: "Saudi Arabia is the Middle East's largest travel and tourism economy, and the fastest-growing tourism market in the region. This year marks 10 years of progress towards Vision 2030, under which the Kingdom's transformation into a world-leading destination for tourism and hospitality is unlocking new opportunities for global investment and partnerships. The sector will also be further strengthened by major upcoming global events in Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh Expo 2030, the FIFA World Cup 2034, and the AFC Asian Cup 2027, which are expected to attract millions of visitors from around the world." The FHS Saudi Arabia programme addresses all things hospitality investment, from real estate, technology and innovation to wellness and lifestyle. A series of FHS Intelligence Talks will deep dive into key factors affecting the sector with expert insight and analysis from government representatives and leading industry figures. The event also features the return of the ever-popular Branded Residences Forum, the FHS Start-up Den and the much-anticipated FHS Awards. Khalid Saud AbuHaimed, Chief Executive Officer, Al Khozama Investment, host sponsor of FHS Saudi Arabia, commented: “We are proud to reinforce our commitment to KSA’s ever-growing hospitality sector by partnering with FHS Saudi Arabia again this year. We look forward to three days of productivity, progression and positivity here in Riyadh as this world-leading industry conference gets under way.” Ali Shahid, CEO of The Bench, organiser of FHS said: “It is brilliant to be back at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh for the 2026 edition of FHS Saudi Arabia, and we thank our host sponsor, Al Khozama Investment, for their continued support and commitment. As ever, we are honoured to welcome the Middle East’s most experienced, respected and talented leaders, whose insight and expertise continues to help shape the future of our beloved hospitality industry.” FHS Saudi Arabia kicked off on Monday with curated networking and connection sessions and a guide to making the most of the summit, designed especially for first-time attendees, followed by a Welcome Reception at Yauatcha, Riyadh’s renowned modern Cantonese dim sum teahouse, hosted by Al Khozama Investment. Visit Future Hospitality Summit - Saudi Arabia | Future Hospitality Summit… for full details