Hotel Business Forum 2026 to Be Held in Tashkent, Focusing on Artificial Intelligence in Hospitality

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — On 13–14 February 2026, Tashkent will host the Hotel Business Forum 2026 (HBF), one of the key industry events for professionals in hospitality and tourism.

This year, the forum will focus on the theme: “Artificial Intelligence: The New Trend in Tourism and Hospitality.”

The event will bring together leading specialists from the hotel and tourism sectors, business representatives, government officials, and international experts.

Key topics will include digitalization of services, implementation of IT solutions, sustainable development, environmental practices, the MICE industry, and workforce development as a critical factor for sector growth.

The program features a plenary session, an official segment, and a series of panel discussions covering current industry trends. Speakers and moderators will include hoteliers, tour operators, marketers, IT company representatives, and hospitality service providers, who will share successful case studies and practical solutions.

A highlight of the forum will be an interactive B2B exhibition for the HoReCa segment, showcasing a wide range of products and services for the hotel industry, from furniture and equipment to automation, security, lighting, and sound systems.

The Hotel Business Forum remains one of the few industry platforms that brings together government and business representatives. The event serves as an effective forum for professional dialogue and helps shape strategic directions for the development of the hospitality market.

Key topics for HBF 2026 include:

• Smart and “green” business: sustainability through technology
• Women in leadership in hospitality: balancing technology and humanity
• Glamping as a driver of sustainable development
• The impact of artificial intelligence on hotel management, service, and marketing
• The restaurant of the future: technology, taste, and sustainability
• Artificial intelligence and soft skills in training hospitality professionals