SriLankan Airlines clinched two prestigious awards at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) ceremony in Bangalore, India. The airline was honored with the title of "Leading International Airline - South Asia" and "Leading Airline Class - Business Class."
SATA, renowned as one of the most distinguished recognitions in the regional travel industry, acknowledges outstanding performers in South Asia's hospitality and travel sectors based on votes from industry professionals and passengers.
SriLankan Airlines, which was also honored as the 'Visitors Choice - Airline of the Year' at the previous year's SATA event, continues to affirm its leading position in South Asia with these dual achievements. The airline presently operates 140 weekly flights connecting Colombo to various South Asian cities in India, the Maldives, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal.
Ravindran V, Regional Manager India, Bangladesh & Nepal of SriLankan Airlines, expressed his delight at the recognition, stating, "We are profoundly happy to have our efforts valued by our South Asian associates. This region has been key to our progress and represents a significant percentage of SriLankan Airlines' operations. Being recognized inspires us to remain and grow as a trailblazer in South Asia and provide our customers with the best in Sri Lankan service and connectivity as we move forward into the future."
The airline's extensive South Asian network includes major Indian cities like Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Delhi, as well as Karachi and Lahore in Pakistan, Kathmandu in Nepal, and Dhaka in Bangladesh. SriLankan Airlines is also the sole international carrier serving both Male and Gan Island in the Maldives, making it the preferred choice for travelers heading from Europe, the Middle East, India, and the Far East to the picturesque Maldives.