Katara Hospitality, a Qatar-based global hospitality asset owner and manager, has been honored with the Qatar Private Sector Nationalisation Award (Himmah) in the tourism sector. The recognition, presented by the Ministry of Labour, highlights the company’s efforts in fostering Qatari talent and advancing nationalisation within the hospitality industry.

The Himmah initiative aims to acknowledge organisations excelling in attracting, developing, and retaining national talent, while contributing to the sustainability of Qatar’s labor market and supporting the broader objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030. Katara Hospitality was commended for its ongoing commitment to creating career opportunities for Qataris, promoting professional development, leadership growth, and long-term career progression across its corporate operations and hotel portfolio.

Chief Executive Officer Fahad Abdulla Al Mana emphasized the company’s focus on people as central to the future of the hospitality sector. He stated that hospitality extends beyond service delivery, representing a reflection of Qatar’s identity and serving as a cultural bridge, while also playing a crucial role in the country’s economic diversification and international profile.

Al Mana noted that Katara Hospitality’s dual role as a national entity with a global presence offers both a responsibility and opportunity to integrate international expertise with local ambitions. This approach seeks to equip Qatari nationals to lead an industry pivotal to shaping how the world experiences Qatar.

The company’s investment in human capital aims to build a hospitality sector that is competitive, resilient, and prepared for future challenges, aligning with the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030. Katara Hospitality views its success not only in terms of destinations developed or experiences offered, but also through the development of talent, empowerment of leaders, and their lasting impact on the nation.