Aitken Spence Hotels sweeps the Board at NBEA

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Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings emerged victorious at the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) presented by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL), by walking away with the Overall Silver Award, Hospitality category Gold Award, Large Sector Gold Award and the runners up in the Capacity Builder category.

The NBEA is an annual award competition conducted by the NCCSL with a view to recognising business enterprises, which have demonstrated excellence in business, whilst contributing to the economic progress of the country.

Applications for the awards were technically evaluated by a team, of highly qualified professionals and the final selection was made by an expert Panel of Judges.

“Aitken Spence Hotels’ enduring efforts in making tourism a sustainable resource is made tangible by winning accolades such as this. Winning four awards at the NBEA attests to the company’s commitment of delivering exceptional sustainable experiences to their guests”, said Aitken Spence Hotels Finance Vice President Tilak Gunawardana.

“We are extremely proud of our achievement, sweeping four top awards at the NBEA is a noteworthy feat. Our team has made sustainability and integral part of our business operations as we recognise that sustainability is the only way forward. Being recognised for the contribution we make to the economic development of the country, while practicing sustainable business practices reflects on our commitment to corporate accountability and championing sustainable tourism”, said Aitken Spence Hotels Managing Director Malin Hapugoda.

Aitken Spence Hotels chain of hotels, located in strategic locations in Sri Lanka, India, Maldives and Oman caters to a diverse market segment and is famed for its stellar service, exquisite food and world recognised sustainable initiatives. Over a period of time the reputation gained has helped to position the chain of hotels as one the best in the region.