Prestigious SATA Award for Angsana Velavaru’s General Manager

Wednesday 1st of October 2025

Angsana Velavaru has recently declared that the General Manager of the company, Ahmed Zahir has won the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) category of the Best General Manager of South Asia. The honour is mirrored by his exceptional leadership and vision and his many years of contributions to the hospitality industry.

Zahir is a pioneer in Maldives who became the first Maldivian to be appointed as a General Manager in the Maldives portfolio of the Banyan Group. His management in Angsana Velavaru has seen him achieve record revenue and Gross Operating Profit and has also seen his staff benefit in the success through maximum incentives. His inclusive management approach and team orientation have been demonstrated by this.

In addition to financial results, Zahir is renowned due to his practical manner and commitment to the satisfaction of his guests. He has created an attitude of quality based on sustainability and a true Maldivian hospitality, and enhanced the environmental sustainability in the resort.

This award is among a swelling list of awards under his leadership. Angsana Velavaru has won some awards such as Best Water Villa at Travel Trade Maldives Awards as well as being ranked in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2025 in the category of Best Resort Pool (ranked number 8) and Best General Manager (ranked number 3).

“This honour is not mine alone – it belongs to the dedicated team at Angsana Velavaru, whose passion and commitment make every achievement possible. Together, we strive to create experiences that stay with our guests long after they leave our shores. I am deeply proud to represent the Maldives on this stage, and grateful to our team, partners, and guests for their continued trust and support,” said Ahmed Zahir.

Zahir’s achievements mark a proud chapter for Angsana Velavaru and stand as an inspiration across the Maldives’ tourism industry, demonstrating how vision, dedication, and leadership can redefine a destination’s legacy.