The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) proudly unveiled its distinguished partners for the 2025 edition at a prestigious signing ceremony held Hulhule Island Hotel, Maldives. Now in its 9th year, SATA continues to celebrate excellence in South Asian tourism and hospitality, uniting key stakeholders to recognize and honor outstanding achievements across the region’s diverse industry categories.
Platinum Partner: Honda Marine
SATA is honored to welcome Honda Marine as the Platinum Partner for 2025. A global leader in marine innovation, Honda Marine delivers exceptional aquatic experiences while prioritizing environmental stewardship and community well-being - values that align seamlessly with SATA’s standards of excellence.
Gold Partners: The Hawks, Velana International Airport, Allied Insurance Company of the Maldives
The Hawks Pvt Ltd, is one of the leading importers & distributors of high-quality fuel in the Maldives. They are recognized for their excellence in logistics and support services, playing an instrumental role in sustaining and advancing the region’s tourism sector.
Velana International Airport, the Gateway to the Maldives, reinforces its dedication to providing world-class aviation services that connect the Maldives with the rest of the world. The new terminal with 72,000 square meters is designed to handle 7.5 million passengers annually. This is a pivotal growth for the Maldivian tourism industry.
Allied Insurance Company of the Maldives is the Leading Insurer of the Maldives, backed by the world’s leading reinsurance companies. They offer general, life insurance and takaful services across the Maldives. They strengthen SATA as a Gold Partner by ensuring safety, peace of mind, and comprehensive support for the tourism sector.
Silver Partner: Renaatus Realty
SATA proudly welcomes Renaatus Realty as the Silver Partner. Renaatus Projects Pvt. Ltd., a premier construction and real estate development firm, has been at the forefront of transforming the urban landscape of the Maldives. Renaatus is now redefining luxury living in the Maldives with Renaatus Irumathi, an architectural marvel that seamlessly integrates comfort, elegance, and nature in the heart of Hulhumale. Renaatus has successfully undertaken and completed numerous landmark projects across the Maldives.
Hospitality Partner – Maldives: Hulhulé Island Hotel
As the official Hospitality Partner in the Maldives, Hulhulé Island Hotel (HIH) ensured exceptional accommodation and services for the SATA Judges and delegates who attended the evaluation sessions in Maldives. Nestled on the international airport island, HIH offers a seamless blend of comfort and elegance. Whether you're a transit traveler, a business professional, or a leisure seeker.
With this distinguished lineup of partners, SATA 2025 reaffirms its position as one of South Asia’s most prestigious platforms. Beyond celebrating winners, SATA fosters growth, innovation, and long-term collaboration within the regional tourism and hospitality sector. SATA proudly announces this year's edition to be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Media Partners
- Hotelier Maldives
- Maldives Insider
- Javiyani
- Dhauru
- The islandchief
- Frontpage
Event Details: Colombo, Sri Lanka
The 9th edition of SATA will take place from 19th to 20th September 2025 at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, serving as the Official Host of the event.
SATA is further supported by a strong network of regional Hospitality Partners, including Mandarina Colombo (Sri Lanka), Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway (India), Andaz Delhi (India), Hulhulé Island Hotel (Maldives), Holiday Inn Express Kathmandu Naxal (Nepal), Zhiwaling Heritage (Bhutan), and Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre (Bangladesh).
SATA 2025 is proudly endorsed by leading tourism bodies and associations across South Asia, including Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), Visit Maldives Corporation Limited, and major national travel associations such as TAAI – Travel Agents Association of India IATO (Indian Association of Tour Operators), MATATO (Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators), CATO (Confederation of Accredited Tour Operators), ATA (Association of Travel Agents, Maldives), THASL (The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka), SLAITO (Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators), HAN (Hotel Association Nepal), BIHA (Bangladesh International Hotel Association), HRAB (Hotel and Restaurant Association of Bhutan), NBAM (National Boating Association of Maldives) and ATTOI (Association of Tourism Trade Organizations, India).
This year’s evaluation process was conducted by an esteemed panel of nine jury members from across the region:
· Dr. Sachin Bansal (India – Founder, India City Walks)
· Mr. Dilshan Kudahetty (Sri Lanka – Commercial Manager, Corporate Business Development, SriLankan Airlines)
· Mr. Akhtaruzzaman Khan Kabir (Bangladesh – CEO, Bangladesh Tourism Board)
· Mr. Ishan Koul (India – Director, Naaz Hotel Consultants)
· Mr. Thoyyib Mohamed (Maldives – Former CEO & MD, Visit Maldives)
· Ms. Mariyam Noordeen (Maldives – Founder & President, Chefs Guild of Maldives)
· Mr. Ibrahim Asim (Maldives – Former Director, Administration & HR, Visit Maldives)
· Mr. Tek Bahadur Mahat (Nepal – Member, Nepal Hotel Association)
· Mr. Xu Jing (Spain – Former Regional Director for Asia & the Pacific, UNWTO)
To further extend its reach, SATA 2025 is supported by an extensive network of media partners across South Asia, ensuring strong visibility, engagement, and coverage in key tourism markets.
About SATA 2025
The South Asian Travel Awards continues to serve as a platform that celebrates excellence while encouraging collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth in the region’s tourism and hospitality sector. The 2025 edition not only honors remarkable contributions but also provides a forum for thought leadership, strategic networking, and cross-border unity. As host nation, Sri Lanka will showcase its renowned hospitality, resilience, and commitment to advancing tourism on the global stage.
For more information, please visit www.southasiantravelawards.com or contact the SATA Secretariat at secretariat@satravelawards.com