MAWC continues as Beverage Partner for Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026
Hotelier Maldives has confirmed Male’ Aerated Water Company (MAWC) as the Beverage Partner for the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026, continuing a partnership with Hotelier Maldives that spans both the Awards, now in its third year, and the annual GM Forum, where MAWC has served as Beverage Partner since 2023. The continued collaboration reflects MAWC’s position as a long-term partner to the tourism industry.
Established in 1989, MAWC is one of the largest beverage producers and distributors, and the sole authorised bottler and distributor of Coca-Cola brands in the country. Through it’s local manufacturing capabilities and distribution network, the company supplies beverage products to resorts, hotels and retail markets nationwide, covering a leading portfolio of brands including Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Schweppes and Bonaqua.
The Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026, presented by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), will be held on 26 April at NIVA Kurumba Maldives.
Ali Naafiz, Editor of Hotelier Maldives, said MAWC’s continued support reflects its role within the hospitality sector.
“MAWC has been a consistent partner since the beginning of the awards, and we value the role they have played in supporting this platform. Their continued involvement contributes to the delivery of the event each year and reflects their ongoing engagement with the tourism industry,” he said.
Milind Derasari, Chief Operating Officer at Male’ Aerated Water Company, said the company is pleased to continue its association with the awards.
“The hospitality sector is central to the Maldivian economy, and the people who power it deserve to be recognised. We are proud to support the Hotelier Maldives Awards for the third year running and to be part of a platform that celebrates the talent and dedication behind this industry,” he said.
The Hotelier Maldives Awards was launched in 2024 to recognise individuals working across the Maldives’ resort sector. The awards programme includes nominations, public voting and evaluation by an independent judging panel.
The Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026 is presented by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM). Other confirmed sponsors and partners include Dhiraagu as Platinum Partner, Male’ Aerated Water Company (MAWC) as Beverage Partner, Storm Events as Organising Partner, NIVA Kurumba Maldives as Host Partner, Souvenir Marine as Transport Partner, ALIA and Metalsigns as Associate Sponsors, and SESSION by OOFI and Lightsout Studios as Associate Partners.
