Visit Maldives appoints STO Energy as Energy Partner for World Travel Awards 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has appointed STO Energy as the official energy partner for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026, as part of the preparations for the prestigious global travel industry event.
The partnership agreements were signed by Ahmed Riffath, Manager of Sales and Marketing from STO Energy with Manager of Business Development, Aishath Shirany Nasir by Visit Maldives Corporation marking STO Energy’s contribution towards the delivery of the prestigious global travel industry awards ceremony.
As the official energy partner, STO Energy will support the World Travel Awards Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026 through the provision of reliable energy resources required for the successful delivery of the ceremony. The involvement of a local energy partner with their established expertise and reliability will strengthen coordination and support the event’s operational requirements, contributing to its smooth execution.
Collaboration with local partners such as STO Energy brings together local expertise, resources and operational capabilities that contribute to the effective delivery of major international events in the Maldives. Such partnerships strengthen coordination across the sectors involved, while enabling local organisations to play an active role in hosting the World Travel Awards Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026.
The World Travel Awards is widely recognised for celebrating excellence across the global travel and tourism industry, bringing together leading destinations, tourism organisations and hospitality brands. Hosting the Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026 ceremony in the Maldives provides an opportunity to showcase the destination to key international industry stakeholders, strengthen professional networks, and reinforce the Maldives’ position as a leading global tourism destination.
The partnership reinforces Visit Maldives’ ongoing efforts to host world-class tourism events that showcase the destination to international audiences, foster stronger industry connections and further strengthen the Maldives’ position as a leading global tourism destination.
