Md. Alamgir Hossan, Group General Manager of Platinum Hotels by SHELTECH, has been named South Asia\u2019s Best General Manager at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, becoming the first Bangladeshi to receive the prestigious regional recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He received the award at the SATA 2026 Grand Gala held on October 8 at Barcel\u00f3 Nasandhura Mal\u00e9 in the Maldives, attended by representatives of the region\u2019s travel, tourism and hospitality industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hossan began his career as a waiter at the former Hotel Sheraton in Shahbag, Dhaka, more than two decades ago. Over the past 22 years, he has gained experience in hotel operations, commercial strategy and business leadership, building a career focused on service excellence and professional development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since joining Platinum Hotels by SHELTECH in 2017, he has overseen strategic and operational activities at Platinum Grand in Banani and Platinum Residence in Uttara. His responsibilities have included improving business performance, maintaining service standards and enhancing guest experiences, while supporting the development of hospitality professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The South Asian Travel Awards 2026 brought together hospitality and tourism professionals from Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka to recognise achievements across the regional industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hossan\u2019s achievement marks a milestone for Bangladesh\u2019s hospitality sector, highlighting the growing recognition of the country\u2019s hotel professionals on the regional stage. His award also brings recognition to Platinum Hotels by SHELTECH and Bangladesh\u2019s wider hospitality industry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"