Soneva appoints new management team, opens new headquarters in Dubai
Soneva Group, a pioneer in ultra-luxury hospitality, has announced the appointment of three senior executives to its leadership team, effective September 2025. Joanna Flint has joined as Chief Commercial Officer, Chris Whitehouse as Chief Financial Officer, and Abhishek Sharma has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Flint brings more than two decades of leadership experience […]
Sonu, Eva Shivdasani launch new hospitality brand Sosei after Soneva legacy in Maldives
Sonu and Eva Shivdasani, the visionary hoteliers who transformed the Maldives into a global luxury destination through the creation of Six Senses and Soneva, have announced plans to launch a new hospitality brand, Sosei. The development was revealed in an exclusive interview with Ron Gluckman for Travel + Leisure Asia. The Shivdasanis, who earlier this […]
Soneva Jani promotes Ali Nihreer as LIFE Curator
Soneva Jani has announced the promotion of Ali Nihreer to the position of LIFE Curator (Front Office Manager). In his new role, Nihreer will be responsible for overseeing the front office operations and ensuring an unparalleled guest experience at the award-winning resort. Nihreer is a seasoned hospitality professional with an impressive 19 years of experience […]
Sonu Shivdasani on post-KSL Soneva takeover: ‘Another lifetime of creativity ahead’
Sonu Shivdasani, OBE, has said he is not stepping away from the hotel industry despite KSL Capital Partners becoming the majority shareholder in Soneva Group. In a written response to Hotel Investment Today, Shivdasani confirmed that although KSL had converted their preference shares into ordinary shares—giving them control of the company—he and his wife Eva […]
KSL Capital Partners takes majority stake in Maldives-based Soneva
KSL Capital Partners, a leading alternative investment firm, on Friday announced that an affiliate has taken a majority interest in the Soneva Group, a pioneer in sustainable luxury hospitality since 1995 with award-winning resorts in the Maldives, following the exercise of its right to convert certain securities. The transaction builds on the firm’s initial minority […]
Soneva Secret named among world’s best new hotels in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2025 Hot List
Every year, the editors of Condé Nast Traveller dedicate months to exploring new travel experiences around the world, from groundbreaking dining concepts to reimagined retreats and ambitious new hotel openings. Now in its 29th edition, the Hot List is considered one of the most anticipated recognitions in the global travel and hospitality industry. This year’s […]
Teachers from 15 schools trained to champion sustainability through Fehi Madharusa Framework
Ministry of Education, the National Institute of Education (NIE), and Soneva Namoona has concluded a two-day Fehi Madharusa Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop on Monday in Dharavandhoo, having brought together 42 teachers from 15 schools across Baa and Noonu Atolls. The workshop that aimed to empower educators with the skills and knowledge to implement the […]
Soneva Fushi hosts global experts for coral reef restoration dialogue
Recognising the urgent plight of coral reefs in the Maldives and around the world, the Soneva Foundation Coral Restoration programme convened a landmark dialogue from January 9 to 12, 2025, at Soneva Fushi in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The event brought together leading coral scientists, marine conservationists and innovative finance experts to chart […]
Soneva Namoona, local island councils celebrate 6 years of transformative environmental impact in Maldives
Soneva Namoona, a local NGO pioneering innovative waste management solutions, and representatives from eleven councils from Baa and Noonu atolls gathered at Soneva Fushi to celebrate 6 years of delivering positive environmental outcomes in the Maldives. The collaborative efforts between Soneva Namoona and the councils have created pathbreaking solutions for sustainable waste management on the […]
Soneva Fushi earns global accolades: ranked no. 8 in World’s 50 Best Hotels and wins Best Beach Resort
Soneva Fushi has once again received prestigious recognition from The World’s 50 Best Hotels, ranking No. 8 as the only resort in the Maldives to feature in the Top 50. For the second consecutive year, it also claimed The Lost Explorer Best Beach Hotel Award, which honours the highest-ranked hotel located within 20 meters of […]
N. Magoodhoo launches reusable nappy programme for children
The island of N. Magoodhoo has initiated Budu Fothi, a pioneering reusable nappy program supported by the Women’s Development Committee, Island Council, Health Centre, and Soneva Namoona. Budu Fothi was officially launched at an event held on Monday in N. Magoodhoo with participating families. As part of the initiative, the community will be trialing reusable […]
Soneva Fushi, Jani target 50% of energy from solar power in 2024
Soneva, the award-winning sustainable luxury resort operator, is making significant strides in its commitment to renewable energy, with a focus on solar energy in the Maldives. For 2024, both Soneva Fushi in the Baa Atoll and Soneva Jani in the Noonu Atoll have targeted close to 50 percent of their energy needs to be generated […]
