T&D Water and Energy Green Solutions; different by nature, for nature
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Water and energy are fundamental as they are sources of life for all living beings. The proper and responsible management of water and energy resources, as well as attention to the delicate balance of nature, are becoming increasingly important and current matters, especially in recent decades. In answer to these demands, with more than 25 […]
The difference between caring for and about guests
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hoteliers need to know the difference between caring about guests and caring for guests to put both into practice. For 30 years now I have been doing a workshop activity in my training classes where I have participants break into small groups and write out one collective definition to answer the question: “what IS hospitality?” […]
Suppliers You Should Know: SNS
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The SNS Group is an international company based in Dubai that creates high-end furniture for hospitality establishments and has offices in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The main production plants of SNS are in Indonesia; for outdoor furniture, and in Turkey; for indoor furniture. In this Suppliers You Should Know: Furniture edition, we take […]
Hotel General Managers’ conference to highlight history of Maldives’ tourism
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The history of Maldives’ tourism is to be showcased by way of some of the most iconic images of the destination at the coming hotel general managers’ conference organised by the Maldives B2B hospitality brand – Hotelier Maldives. A day-long event, the General Managers’ Forum (GMF) was initiated in 2016 following the successful publication of […]
Suppliers You Should Know: Index Furniture by Damas Company Pvt Ltd
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In this Suppliers You Should Know: Furniture edition, we take some questions to Damas Company Pvt Ltd, about their Index Furniture products, and more about the company’s other offerings. Have you introduced any new products? Yes, construction chemicals, adhesives, and sealants. What makes your products stand out from the rest of the competition? Differentiated customer […]
Power Knot’s LFC Bio-Digester: Safe & cost-effective food waste disposal
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The global capacity of waste food produces an estimated 3.3 billion tonnes of CO2 comparable to GHG per year. As one of Earth’s oldest processes, composting is the most effective means of stabilising and converting ecological waste. Power Knot endeavours to aid customers in making intelligent informed choices in implementing programmes to reduce their carbon […]
Suppliers You Should Know: EVO
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With the growth of the Maldivian hospitality industry, and with the country labelled as one of the top luxury destinations, the expectations of guests are also changing with a demand for the best of luxury. The design and furnishings of a resort are key to creating a lasting impression and ensuring a luxury tropical island […]
Q Lounge at Villa Airport Maamigili: A step above in pure ambience
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The luxurious Q lounge at Villa Airport Maamigili (VAM) in Alif Dhaal Atoll, was opened with the sole aim of providing travellers with a warm and pleasant airport experience. Alongside amenities such as Wi-Fi, refreshments and light snacks served throughout the day, the lounge is also equipped with a smoking room, mother’s room as well […]
Suppliers You Should Know: Onestop
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Maldivian hospitality industry has today grown to a level previously unthought of. With the country labelled as one of the top luxury destinations, guests expect the very best in all aspects of a resort. The design and furnishings of a resort are key to creating a lasting impression and ensuring a luxury tropical island […]
Torqeedo: Revolutionary electric boat propulsion
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Electric and battery-powered systems are taking the world by storm, and riding strong in the new waves of technological advancements is Torqeedo – a company which is revolutionising the world of electric boat propulsion systems. Torqeedo specialises in outboards, inboards, pod drives, hybrid drives, sail drives, batteries, accessories and spare parts. Torqeedo products, a subsidiary […]
Wellness tourism now a US$639 billion market
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Wellness tourism is growing in the Maldives, like any other market, albeit at a slower than expected speed. Yet, the global wellness tourism market is on the rise, growing from a US$563 billion market in 2015 to US$639 billion in 2017. The 6.5% annual increase is twice that of overall tourism growth, which is at […]
Suppliers You Should Know: State Trading Organisation (STO)
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]State Trading Organisation Plc (STO) was established in 1964 by the Maldivian government as a fully state-funded business with the aim of strengthening national food security. The main task of the company, then named Athireemaafannu Trading Agency (ATA), was to purchase and import essential food items in bulk to be distributed nationally via local traders […]