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Daily Tribune
7 days ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Vatel Bahrain Grads All Hired
Every student completing Vatel Bahrain's International Hotel Management programme has secured a job offer before graduation, and the hospitality school is now welcoming applications for the 2025–2026 academic year. Located in Jasra, the campus offers a bachelor's degree that combines classroom learning with nearly two years of practical training at leading hotels in Bahrain and abroad. Students also gain French language skills to strengthen their prospects for high-quality internships and international careers. Acting Manager of Admissions and Marketing Neda Jahromi said the programme's blend of academic instruction and real-world experience 'enables students to acquire proficiency in French, which enhances access to high-quality internships and international career opportunities.' Global recognition The degree is aligned with both the European Qualifications Framework and Bahrain's National Qualifications Framework. Vatel has been ranked first in France for four consecutive years and is placed 12th globally in hospitality management, according to the latest QS rankings. Founded in France in 1981, Vatel operates more than 50 campuses across over 30 countries and counts 45,000 graduates worldwide. The Bahrain campus joined the network in 2018. How to apply Applications can be submitted online or in person at the Jasra campus from Sunday to Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Details are available by calling 17616061 or emailing admissions@ Vatel Bahrain's perfect graduate employment rate underscores its role in supplying talent for the Kingdom's growing tourism and hospitality sector.
Biz Bahrain
7 days ago
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Vatel Bahrain continues to receive applications for 2025–2026 academic year
Ms. Neda Jahromi, Acting Manager of Admissions and Marketing at Vatel Bahrain, announced that applications for the academic year 2025–2026 remain open, noting that the college offers a distinguished opportunity for individuals seeking to build successful careers in the hospitality and tourism sector through the prestigious bachelor's programme in International Hotel Management. 'The programme integrates theoretical instruction with extensive practical training, including nearly two years of hands-on experience at leading hotels in Bahrain and abroad. It also enables students to acquire proficiency in French, which enhances access to high-quality internships and international career opportunities.' said Jahromi. She pointed out that the bachelor's degree in international Hotel Management is placed on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and aligned with the National Qualifications Framework in Bahrain. Vatel is ranked first in France for four consecutive years and holds the 12th position globally in hospitality management, according to the latest QS rankings. It's noteworthy that a 100 percent of Vatel Bahrain's students have received job offers prior to completion of studies, underscoring the strong and sustained demand for qualified professionals in the hospitality sector. This reflects the momentum of Bahrain's growing tourism industry and the pressing need to cultivate future leaders equipped to drive progress in this strategically important field. Prospective applicants may submit their registration through the official website at In-person visits are welcome at the Vatel Bahrain campus, located in the Jasra area, from Sunday to Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. For additional information, inquiries may be directed by phone at 17616061, or via email at [email protected].
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
MBTA employees face federal charges of falsifying track inspection reports
Five current and former employees of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority were arrested Thursday on federal charges of falsifying track inspection reports, authorities said. The Justice Department said the MBTA staff filed reports claiming they had inspected tracks on the transit network's Red Line, when in reality, they had skipped the inspection and were inside a T maintenance facility at the time. Several of the employees were also charged with working on private vehicles at the facility during work hours. The employees all worked at the MBTA's Cabot Yard facility in South Boston, where the transit agency placed nearly a dozen employees on administrative leave last fall during an investigation into allegations they worked on non-MBTA vehicles during work hours. Brain Pfaffinger, 47, of Marshfield; Ronald Gamble, 62, of Dorchester; Jensen Vatel, 42, of Brockton; Nathalie Mendes, 53, of New Bedford; and Andy Vicente, 36, of Bridgewater face charges of aiding and abetting the falsification of records and aiding and abetting false statements. They were taken into federal custody Thursday morning and are expected to appear in U.S. District Court in Boston later in the day, according to the office of U.S. Attorney Leah Foley. Gamble, Vatel, Mendes and Vicente — former MBTA track inspectors — are accused of falsifying track inspection reports on the Red Line between Sept. 3 and Oct. 15 of last year. During times they claimed to have inspected railroad tracks, the employees were at the Cabot Yard facility, where they had access to a break and coffee room for inspectors, prosecutors said. Gamble, Vatel and Vicente are also accused of working on private vehicles during work time. Pfaffinger, their former supervisor, 'not only knew that his subordinates worked on private vehicles during work hours, but had his subordinates work on his own vehicle,' prosecutors said. MBTA announces commuter rail schedule change to allow major rail replacement MBTA Orange Line floods during nor'easter; shuts down service Foxboro MBTA commuter rail station work rushing to be ready by FIFA games Mass. man struck and killed by Commuter Rail train remembered as 'dear and humble' Berated, spat on, and even stabbed: Can a new bill stop assaults on bus and train drivers? Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Five people arrested for falsifying MBTA track inspection records, US Attorney says
Four former Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority employees and one current MBTA employee were arrested and charged Thursday with allegedly falsifying Red Line track inspection reports. Brian Pfaffinger, 47, of Marshfield; Ronald Gamble, 62, of Dorchester; Jensen Vatel, 42, of Brockton; Nathalie Mendes, 53, of New Bedford; and Andy Vicente, 36, of Bridgewater have been indicted for falsification of records, aiding and abetting; and false statements, aiding and abetting, U.S. Attorney Leah Foley said in a statement. Pfaffinger, Gamble, Vatel, Mendes and Vicente were arrested Thursday morning and were expected to appear in federal court in Boston later Thursday. Boston 25 has reached out to the MBTA for comment on the arrests. According to the charging documents, Gamble, Vatel, Mendes and Vicente were former MBTA track inspectors. Rather than complete inspections, prosecutors said during the period between Sept. 3, 2024 to Oct. 15, 2024, Gamble, Vatel, Mendes and Vicente allegedly falsified track inspection reports, which stated that they completed track inspections for Red Line tracks when they did not perform the inspections. Prosecutors allege that instead, at the time of the inspections, Gamble, Vatel, Mendes and Vicente were inside Cabot Yard, an MBTA location that contained a coffee and breakroom for Red Line inspection employees. Cabot Yard also contained a large garage where Gamble, Vatel and Vicente allegedly worked on private vehicles during work hours, prosecutors said. On Sept. 19, 2024, during the time that Vicente allegedly performed a track inspection, video surveillance depicted Vicente (circled in red below) sitting inside of Cabot Garage holding his cellular phone, prosecutors said. On Sept. 23, 2024, during the time that Mendes allegedly performed a track inspection, video surveillance depicted Mendes (circled in red below) sitting inside her vehicle. Mendes allegedly did not leave her vehicle until well after her inspection ended. On Sept. 24, 2024, during the time that Vatel allegedly performed a track inspection, video surveillance depicted Vatel (circled in red below) chatting with other MBTA employees in the parking lot outside of Cabot Garage. On Oct. 8, 2024, during the time that Gamble allegedly performed a track inspection, video surveillance depicted Gamble (circled in red below) performing detail work on a private vehicle inside of Cabot Garage. Pfaffinger, the former supervisor for Gamble, Vatel, Mendes and Vicente, allegedly not only knew that his subordinates worked on private vehicles during work hours, but had his subordinates work on his own vehicle, prosecutors allege. On Oct. 14, 2024, Gamble created an inspection report alleging he conducted an inspection, but surveillance video showed that Gamble was inside of Cabot Garage with Pfaffinger, prosecutors said. Despite knowing that the inspection report was false, and that Gamble was at Cabot Garage on Oct. 14, 2024, the following day, Pfaffinger allegedly created supporting documentation for Gamble's Oct. 14, 2024, inspection, which he knew to be false, prosecutors said. If convicted of the charge of falsification of records and aiding and abetting the falsification of records, Pfaffinger, Gamble, Vatel, Mendes and Vicente face a sentence of up to 20 years in prison to be followed by up to three years of supervised release and a fine of up to $250,000. If convicted of the charge of false statements and aiding and abetting false statements, Pfaffinger, Gamble, Vatel, Mendes and Vicente face a sentence of up to five years in prison, up to three years of supervised release and a fine of up to $250,000. Thursday's arrests came one day after former Norfolk County Sheriff's Deputy Superintendent Thomas Brady was arrested and charged with extortion. Brady, 53, of Norwood, is accused of forcing his subordinates to perform free labor at his house during their public work shifts, Foley said Wednesday. He has been indicted by a federal grand jury on four counts of extortion and three counts of use of interstate facilities to commit bribery and extortion. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Zawya
06-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Vatel Bahrain and The Westin and Le Méridien City Centre Bahrain sign MoU to offer premier hands-on hospitality training
Vatel Bahrain has entered into a landmark MoU with The Westin City Centre Bahrain and Le Méridien City Centre Bahrain, two esteemed properties within the Marriott International portfolio, marking a significant step towards advancing practical training and academic collaboration in the hospitality sector. This collaboration aims to provide Vatel Bahrain students with premier training opportunities in world-class hospitality settings, enabling them to develop their skills across the fields of tourism, hospitality, and luxury hotel management within a professional and globally recognised environment. Through this partnership, students will gain access to unparalleled practical experiences within two of the Kingdom of Bahrain's most prestigious hospitality venues. These immersive training opportunities are tailored to equip students with the highest standards of professional skills, thereby significantly enhancing their employability and preparing them for successful careers in leading international hotel establishments upon graduation. Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, underscored the significance of the collaboration, noting that it represents a continuation of the Vatel Bahrain's enduring commitment to bridging academic theory with practical application, and stated, "This initiative represents a pivotal step in cultivating a new generation of highly skilled professionals equipped to meet the dynamic demands of Bahrain's growing hospitality sector. By immersing students in the latest international standards and best practices in hotel management and luxury hospitality services, the programme will significantly enhance their practical expertise, ensuring they are well-prepared to embark on their professional journeys with confidence and competence." Mr. Paul Dunphy, the Complex General Manager of both The Westin City Centre Bahrain and Le Méridien City Centre Bahrain, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, and said, "We are pleased to collaborate with Vatel Bahrain to offer students the opportunity to train within our state-of-the-art facilities, which uphold the highest standards of the global hospitality industry. Through this initiative, students will gain firsthand insight into international hotel operations, complementing their academic knowledge and enhancing their career prospects. We are proud to contribute to the development of Bahraini talents and to support the future leaders of the tourism and hospitality sectors.' About Vatel Hospitality School: Vatel Hospitality School was established in France in 1981, specializing in business management within the hospitality and tourism sectors. It has since expanded to 55 campuses across 33 countries. The Bahrain campus, founded in 2018, is part of this global network. Vatel holds a distinguished international reputation, with over 45,000 graduates worldwide who have gone on to become leaders in the industry. Vatel has consistently been ranked first in France and 13th globally in hospitality management, according to the latest QS rankings, maintaining this position for three consecutive years.
