Riyadh Air's Game-Changing Partnership with Accenture for a Digital Future

Riyadh Air's Game-Changing Partnership with Accenture for a Digital Future

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Published on December 23, 2023

Riyadh Air, the emerging airline, is set to revolutionize the aviation industry through a significant three-year partnership with global professional services company, Accenture. This collaboration is a strategic move to establish Riyadh Air as the first digitally-driven airline worldwide, in line with the Kingdom's vision for 2030.

Innovative Transformation:

Cloud-Centric Approach: Accenture will lead the creation of a cloud-based infrastructure for Riyadh Air, ensuring a smooth and efficient digital operation.

Enhanced Cybersecurity: A key focus will be on bolstering cybersecurity measures to safeguard the airline's operations.

Operational Excellence: The partnership aims to streamline services and manage operations effectively.

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A New Era in Aviation:

Digital-Centric Services: Riyadh Air is poised to lead a new era in aviation, distinguished by its commitment to digital-first solutions.

State-of-the-Art Tech: Utilizing advanced technologies like cloud computing and AI, Riyadh Air aims to deliver a seamless travel experience for passengers and employees alike.

Ambitious Expansion Plans: With plans to serve over 100 destinations by 2030, the airline is gearing up for a significant scale-up in operations.

Expert Comments:

Adam Boukadida, CFO, Riyadh Air: "Riyadh Air will be a digitally native airline, focused on delivering world-class service. Accenture’s partnership is crucial for our cloud-first strategy, ensuring our technology is future-proof and legacy-free."

Emily Weiss, Senior Managing Director, Accenture: "The launch of Riyadh Air marks a landmark moment in aviation. Our collaboration aims to create hyper-connected experiences for today’s and future travelers."

India's Aviation Landscape:

Akasa Air’s Perspective: During a fireside chat at the ET Travel & Tourism Conclave, Akasa Air's CCO & Co-Founder, Praveen Iyer, highlighted India's untapped aviation potential and the need for leveraging advanced technologies and infrastructure.

Riyadh Air’s Vision:

The airline is not just an addition to the aviation sector but a key player in achieving Saudi Arabia's 2030 vision, aiming to put Riyadh on the global map as a key destination and gateway. Supporting the Saudi Aviation Strategy and National Tourism Strategy, Riyadh Air is set to unlock Saudi Arabia’s cultural and natural attractions to the world while creating new job opportunities.


Bengaluru's Best IPL Screening Spots This Season Are at Sector 144, Tropika Brewing Co and Oasis Brewery

Bengaluru's Best IPL Screening Spots This Season Are at Sector 144, Tropika Brewing Co and Oasis Brewery

By Hariharan U

Published on March 19, 2026

There are cricket matches, and then there are IPL nights. The kind where every ball feels bigger than it should, where a single boundary can bring an entire room to its feet, and where watching with strangers somehow feels like watching with friends. Bengaluru has always been good at this, and this IPL season, three venues are making it even better.

Here's where to be this season if you want the full experience.

Sector 144, JP Nagar has quietly become one of JP Nagar's most dependable spots for a great evening out, and IPL season gives it an even better reason to be packed. Multiple high-definition screens are placed across the bar so there really is no bad seat in the house, and the à la carte menu has been put together for long, relaxed match nights. Bar bites, flavourful dishes, refreshing cocktails, cold beers between overs: the food and drink work with the rhythm of the game rather than pulling you away from it.

What makes Sector 144 work as a match-night venue is how easy and familiar it feels. It's a neighbourhood bar that draws people in for the cricket and keeps them coming back for everything else. Multi-screen coverage extends beyond IPL to sports in general, which means it stays relevant long after the tournament wraps up.

  • Location: 4th Floor, Above Style Union, JP Nagar 7th Phase, Bangalore 560078
  • Time: 12:00 PM to 12:30 AM
  • Throughout: The IPL season

Tropika Brewing Co., Marathahalli

Tropika takes the match-night experience up a notch with its tropical setting, craft brews, and a cricket-themed menu that someone has clearly had a lot of fun putting together. The venue transforms into a proper viewing arena during IPL, with large screens, warm lighting, and a social energy that makes every wicket feel like a shared celebration.

The food menu deserves a mention of its own. Spinny Spring Roll Veg, Power Play Plum Chilly Baby Corn, Super Over Fried Chicken, Googly Ghee Roast Lamb, All Out Appolo Fish, and Hatrick Habanero Prawns keep the savoury side interesting, while Dot Ball Doughnuts and Catchy Carrot Halwa with Ice Cream are the kind of desserts that reward you for sitting through a tight chase.

  • Location: 37/1, Outer Ring Road, Panathur, Marathahalli, Bengaluru 560103
  • Reservations: 8901579999
  • Time: 12:00 PM to 12:30 AM
  • Throughout: The IPL season

Oasis Brewery

Oasis rounds out the Bengaluru IPL screening lineup with its own distinct character. Known for its Mediterranean, Pan-Asian, and Modern Indian offerings alongside quality craft brews, the Whitefield brewery brings a more refined energy to match nights without losing any of the excitement. It's the venue for those who want good food and great drinks alongside their cricket, without compromising on either.

Pick your venue, gather your crew, wear your colours, and settle in. The IPL is long, and Bengaluru is ready for all of it.


IRHPL Is Redefining Airport Convenience Retail in Delhi With Its Multi-Store NeoTravel Expansion

IRHPL Is Redefining Airport Convenience Retail in Delhi With Its Multi-Store NeoTravel Expansion

By Hariharan U

Published on March 19, 2026

Anyone who has rushed through an airport looking for a charger, a snack, or a last-minute essential knows exactly how important a well-stocked, easy-to-navigate convenience store can be. IRHPL is building something around that very need, and its multi-store NeoTravel expansion across Delhi airport is the most visible step yet in that direction.

India Retails and Hospitality Private Limited has rolled out multiple NeoTravel stores across key locations at Delhi airport, covering both departure and arrival areas to serve travellers at every stage of their journey. The expansion is part of IRHPL's broader 360-degree approach to travel retail, combining strategic brand partnerships, design-led store formats, and insight-driven product selection to genuinely improve the airport convenience experience.

The name NeoTravel was chosen deliberately. It combines "Neo," representing new-age thinking and modernity, with "Travel," reflecting the evolving needs of today's passengers. Together, the name captures what IRHPL is trying to build: a new way of doing airport retail in India.

The product range at NeoTravel is curated with the time-pressed traveller in mind. Beverages, books, confectionery, power banks, chargers, and international adapters form the core of the offering, covering the practical gaps that most travellers encounter at airports. Alongside familiar trusted brands, the stores also introduce emerging products that reflect modern lifestyle preferences, including sugar-free, gluten-free, and sustainable options that are being brought into airport retail environments for the first time in many cases.

The store design is a deliberate departure from the cluttered layouts that often define airport convenience retail. NeoTravel follows a clean, minimalist visual language with uniform fixtures and a consistent layout that allows passengers to quickly find what they need without having to slow down. In an environment where time is genuinely limited, that clarity matters more than most retailers acknowledge.

Naresh Sharma, CEO of IRHPL Group of Companies, explained the thinking behind the concept. "NeoTravel brings together food, beverages, and travel essentials in a single, convenient airport retail format. Built on our pillars of health and convenience, the concept responds to modern travellers' demand for healthier options within an international-standard store environment. The brand name itself reflects our commitment to creating a new way of travel retail in India."

Beyond the immediate expansion, IRHPL sees NeoTravel as a scalable concept with long-term potential across airports, travel hubs, and eventually beyond airport environments. As India's aviation sector continues to grow in passenger numbers, the opportunity for well-designed, thoughtfully stocked convenience retail is only going to increase. NeoTravel is being built to grow alongside that demand.


Ludlow Coffee Supply Expands in Miami with New All-Day Café Concept

Ludlow Coffee Supply Expands in Miami with New All-Day Café Concept

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on March 19, 2026

Ludlow Coffee Supply, the Lower East Side-born coffee brand known for its community-driven approach and single-origin coffees, is expanding its presence in Miami with a new location at Domus Brickell Park. The opening marks the brand’s third location in South Florida and second in Miami.

This new outpost represents a significant step for Ludlow Coffee Supply, introducing its first all-day café concept that transitions from a daytime coffee destination into an evening cocktail lounge. The move reflects the brand’s evolution from a neighbourhood coffee shop into a broader hospitality experience that blends coffee culture with nightlife.

Building on its success in New York and South Florida, the brand has developed a loyal following through its specialty coffee offerings and fresh food selections. The Domus Brickell Park location will roll out in two phases. The first phase will feature Ludlow’s signature café experience, similar to its existing outlet at 801 Brickell, while the second phase will introduce a full-service evening menu along with curated programming such as DJ sets, listening sessions, and late-night events.

Speaking about the expansion, John Seymour said, “Miami has always felt like an extension of what we built on the Lower East Side; a city that moves fast but still makes time for real connection. Domus Brickell Park gives us the space to fully realize that vision: a place where the morning espresso crowd and the late-night cocktail crowd are really the same people, just at different hours. We're not just opening a café - we're planting a neighborhood.”

The café menu will feature crafted lattes, espressos, single-origin cold brews, teas, and smoothies, along with signature flavours such as maple, bourbon vanilla, salted caramel, and mocha. Food offerings include breakfast tacos, sandwiches, salads, and grab-and-go options. As the day transitions into evening, a dedicated cocktail programme will take centre stage, extending the experience into a social nightlife setting.

Designed by Zyscovich, the space blends Ludlow’s Lower East Side character with Miami’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Guests can enjoy a bright coffee bar for work and meetings, along with an open patio designed for relaxed, all-day gatherings. As night falls, the venue transforms into a vibrant cocktail space, bringing a new energy to the neighbourhood.

Adding to the experience, Ludlow Market Supply will offer a curated selection of wellness products, pantry essentials, home goods, and vintage items, enhancing the brand’s community-focused approach.

With this launch, Ludlow Coffee Supply continues to expand its footprint while introducing a new format that brings together coffee, culture, and nightlife in a seamless experience.

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