Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has appointed Jalboot as the official transportation partner for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026, contributing to the planning and delivery of the prestigious global travel industry event. 

The partnership agreement was signed by Sharon Austin, Director of Corporate Services from Jalboot with Manager of business development Aishath Shirany Nasir from Visit Maldives Corporation. 

As the official transportation partner, Jalboot will support the World Travel Awards Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026 by providing transportation services for the event and its participants. With expertise in maritime transportation and related services, Jalboot will contribute its operational capabilities to support the movement and coordination of participants throughout the event. 

Such partnerships bring together organisations across the tourism and maritime sectors, strengthening coordination around the World Travel Awards Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026 and supporting the transportation and logistical requirements of the ceremony. Collaboration with local maritime partners such as Jalboot also brings established expertise and operational capabilities to the event, contributing to its smooth and efficient delivery. 

The World Travel Awards is widely recognised for celebrating excellence across the global travel and tourism industry, bringing together leading destinations, tourism organisations and hospitality brands. Hosting the Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026 ceremony in the Maldives provides an opportunity to showcase the destination to key international industry stakeholders, strengthen professional networks, and reinforce the Maldives' position as a leading global tourism destination. 

The partnership reinforces Visit Maldives' ongoing efforts to host world-class tourism events that showcase the destination to international audiences, foster stronger industry connections and further strengthen the Maldives' position as a leading global tourism destination.