### Classic Travel Named No.1 Partner for Qatar Airways 📈

Expolanka Leisure Cluster secured a major victory at the Qatar Airways Awards 2026 held in Colombo, with its subsidiary Classic Travel emerging as the leading partner for the airline in Sri Lanka. • Overall Performance: Classic Travel was recognized as the No.1 Overall Partner, outperforming competitors across multiple award categories. • Sector Leadership: The agency dominated the corporate travel and premium travel solutions segments, reinforcing its dominance in high-value aviation retail. • Strategic Context: The awards highlight the cluster's role in supporting Sri Lanka's tourism and aviation sectors, specifically through high-standard service delivery and global airline partnerships. • Management Insight: Director Sabry Bahaudeen noted the wins validate the group’s commitment to excellence and its motivation to raise benchmarks in the local travel industry.