Esna Holidays acquires Mackinnons Travels

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Esna Group Chairman Eshana De Silva (second from left) and John Keells Holdings PLC Deputy Chairperson and Group Finance Director Gihan Cooray exchange the agreement between the two companies. Esna Holidays Managing Director Johnson Francis and JKH President Transportation Industry Zafir Hashim are also present

Leading travel company Esna Holidays, a well-known name in the industry, has acquired Mackinnons Travels from John Keells Holdings PLC.

With a history spanning 55 years, Mackinnons Travels is one of Sri Lanka’s longest-established and most respected travel management companies, with a rich heritage in the country’s tourism and travel industry. Mackinnons Travels is the Travel Network Partner (franchise partner) of American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) in Sri Lanka. The relationship dates back to 1979, when Mackinnons became the representative of American Express Travel in Sri Lanka.

With decades of industry experience, Mackinnons Travels has built a reputation for professionalism, reliability and the delivery of quality travel solutions. The company offers a range of travel services catering to both corporate and leisure travellers, supported by strong industry relationships.

Formerly part of the John Keells Group, Mackinnons Travels has now entered a new chapter under the ownership of Esna Group, a diversified group of companies, marking an important milestone in its journey.