Vatel Bahrain has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa, Reconfirming a framework for collaboration in practical training, professional development, knowledge exchange and specialised consultancy. The partnership aims to contribute to the development of qualified talent equipped to meet the needs of the tourism and hospitality sector.
The agreement supports Vatel Bahrain’s educational model, which combines academic learning with real-world experience. It will provide students with training opportunities in a professional hotel environment, allowing them to gain hands-on experience in international service standards and across a range of operational departments.
Under the MoU, Vatel Bahrain and Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq will work closely to identify relevant training opportunities that complement students’ academic studies. This collaboration will give students a clearer understanding of professional expectations and current industry practices, while strengthening the connection between hospitality education and the workplace.
Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, said: “This renewed collaboration builds on our established relationship with Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq and reaffirms our shared commitment to developing future hospitality professionals. It provides our students with an exceptional opportunity to learn in a hotel environment that upholds the highest international standards. We are confident that this continued cooperation will help them develop their skills and prepare for successful careers in the fast-evolving hospitality sector.”
Mr. Mehdi Hanayen, General Manager of Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa, commented: “We are proud to partner with Vatel Bahrain and contribute to developing a new generation of hospitality professionals. We will provide students with comprehensive training experiences that allow them to work alongside seasoned professionals, gain direct insight into hotel operations and international service standards, and develop a deeper practical understanding of this important industry.”
