Regal Réseau Hotel & Spa, under Regal Holdings, Executive Director and CEO Reshan Liyanage has been awarded the Global CEO “45 Under 45 – Leadership Excellence Platinum Award 2026” in recognition of his leadership excellence, entrepreneurial vision, and contributions to the growth of Sri Lanka’s hospitality industry.
The award was presented at the Global CEO “45 Under 45 – Leadership Excellence Platinum Awards Ceremony 2026,” held recently at the Hilton Colombo. The event honoured emerging business leaders, entrepreneurs, and corporate executives who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and measurable impact within their industries and communities.
Under Liyanage’s leadership, Regal Réseau Hotel & Spa has achieved several key milestones, strengthening its position in Sri Lanka’s competitive hospitality sector.
Located in Negombo, one of the country’s leading coastal tourist destinations, the property is well known for its luxury accommodation, personalised guest services, premium dining experiences, and modern hospitality concepts. Its signature nightlife venue, The Sky Track Lounge & Bar, has also become a popular attraction for both leisure and business travellers.
The hotel has received multiple accolades, including the Agoda Golden Circle Award 2025, recognising excellence in guest satisfaction, service quality, and overall performance. It has also expanded its presence across major international online travel agency (OTA) platforms and digital booking channels, reflecting its growing appeal among both local and international visitors.
Liyanage said he was honoured to receive the award, noting that it reflects the dedication and commitment of the entire team at Regal Réseau Hotel & Spa and Regal Holdings.
Aitken Spence Printing Secures WorldStar Award, Marking Milestone for Sri Lanka’s Offset Printing Industry
Aitken Spence Printing has achieved a historic international milestone by becoming the first and only offset printing company in Sri Lanka to win an award at the WorldStar Awards, organised by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO).
The company received the WorldStar 2026 Award for Packaging Excellence in the Luxury Packaging category, highlighting Sri Lanka’s increasing capabilities in global-standard printing and packaging innovation.
The award ceremony was held in May 2026 in Düsseldorf, alongside Interpack, one of the world’s leading trade fairs for processing and packaging technologies. The event brought together global industry leaders and innovators from across the packaging sector.
The WorldStar Awards are considered among the most prestigious recognitions in the global packaging industry and are open only to winners of recognised national or regional packaging competitions.
The World Packaging Organisation is a non-profit, non-governmental global federation that unites packaging institutes, associations, corporations, and trade organisations worldwide under its mission of “Better quality of life through better packaging for more people.” It currently includes 84 members across 66 countries.
Aitken Spence Printing Director and CEO Deshantha Silva expressed pride in receiving the award, noting that it is the company’s first participation at the WorldStar Awards. He credited the achievement to its adaptive manufacturing model, skilled workforce, advanced technology, process excellence, innovation, and environmentally responsible systems that deliver consistent quality and value.
Aitken Spence PLC Chairperson Stasshani Jayawardena also highlighted that the recognition is a significant milestone not only for the printing division but for Sri Lanka’s broader manufacturing and export sectors. She emphasized that it demonstrates the ability of Sri Lankan companies to compete globally through innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.
Reshan Honoured with Global CEO “45 Under 45 – Leadership Excellence Platinum Award 2026”
