The Bahrain International Air Show and Vatel College of Hospitality sign an agreement to train college students at the Airshow.
Mr. Yousef Mohammed Mahmoud, Director General of the Bahrain International Air Show, and Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Director General of Vatel College of Hospitality in the Kingdom of Bahrain, signed a collaborative work program agreement.
Under this agreement, a group of college students will be trained as part of the staff of the Bahrain International Air Show 2024. The Airshow is scheduled at the Sakhir Air Base in the Kingdom of Bahrain from 13 – 15 November 2024 to be held under the royal patronage of His Excellency His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. The Airshow is being coordinated by the Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications and the Royal Bahraini Air Force, in partnership with Farnborough International.
This initiative is part of the Supreme Committee’s commitment to ensuring the participation of talented national individuals in significant events within the Kingdom, particularly under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Personal Representative of His Majesty the King.
The agreement is intended to offer students valuable training opportunities and hands-on experience in coordinating and overseeing major international events, such as the biennial Bahrain International Air Show. This event serves as a significant platform for professional development and gaining practical experience.
In reference to this matter, His Excellency Mr. Mohammed bin Thamer Al Kaabi, Minister of Transport and Telecommunications, emphasised the Bahrain International Airshow’s dedication to nurturing Bahraini talents and providing quality training opportunities. He mentioned that the event offers students the chance to gain valuable practical experiences in hospitality, tourism, and related fields, which will help enhance their skills and contribute to achieving Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030.
In her remarks, Her Excellency Mrs. Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sarfi Minister of Tourism commended the collaboration with the Vatel College of Hospitality. She emphasized the college’s achievement in effectively training and preparing national professionals to meet global benchmarks. Her Excellency emphasized that this training opportunity will help to further develop the skills of young Bahraini professionals and enhance their practical experience. This will enable them to make valuable contributions towards the achievement of the Tourism Strategy’s goals for 2022 and 2026.
On this occasion, Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Director General of Vatel College of Hospitality, conveyed his satisfaction with the college’s students taking part in this international event for the second consecutive year. He emphasised that the Bahrain International Airshow offers a valuable opportunity for students to develop practical skills in alignment with global standards. This is achieved through hands-on training that supports the growth of the hospitality, tourism, and hotel industry. He stated that the involvement of college students in coordinating the Airshow will showcase their abilities and high standards, thereby bolstering the reputation of Bahraini professionals. This in turn, plays a significant role in attracting international companies to Bahrain and facilitating the creation of lucrative job and training prospects for the youth of Bahrain.
It is worth noting that the Airshow has been successful in securing sponsorship from elite Bahraini companies for the Bahrain International Air Show over the past six editions. This has contributed to increased attendance from local, regional, and international participants. The Airshow played a significant role in enhancing Bahrain’s status as a key regional and global hub for the aviation sector.
