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VFS Global cements Preferred Employer

status with high Glassdoor scores

TBM Staff | Mumbai Benefits, Career Opportunities, and Diversity VFS Global
& Inclusion. VFS Global has elevated its has received, a
FS Global has secured a rating of 4.01 on a standing on all of them. reflection of our
Vscale of 5 for 2023 on Glassdoor, a leading VFS Global has set a benchmark in commitment to Nirbhik Goel
platform for employee feedback and company creating an exemplary work culture that an inclusive and
reviews. resonates with employee satisfaction and empowering
This significant achievement reflects empowerment. This recognition not only workplace culture. Central to our success is
VFS Global’s unwavering commitment to celebrates the company’s achievements but our vibrant workforce, comprising over 131
excellence in every aspect of its people also solidifies its reputation as an employer of nationalities, which not only enriches our
management and human capital development. choice in the global marketplace. work environment but is also a cornerstone of
With an employee value proposition of This rating is even more satisfying as this our global success. This rating is particularly
developing a ‘fellowship of winners’, VFS reaffirms the company’s employe- centric meaningful as it stems directly from our
Global is deeply committed to best-in-class policies and its sharp focus on nurturing the employees, offering a genuine and voluntary
HR practices and to developing every team potential of its employees as it has always endorsement of our practices.’’
member to her/his full potential. The company focussed on Learning and Development With a headcount of 10,976 employees at
has continuously invested in training and programmes which is highly appreciated by the end of 2023, VFS Global’s Glassdoor rating
development and in building an organisation its workforce. Over the years, the company has reflects its commitment to its people. This
where people come first, and in creating also won recognition by winning the Golden achievement highlights the company’s journey
meaningful work opportunities and building Peacock National Training Award four times towards excellence, combining diverse talents
successful careers, in a diverse and inclusive since 2017 in recognition for its exemplary with unified goals. As VFS Global continues to
workplace. learning and development practices. The last innovate, its focus on nurturing a dynamic and
The six parameters on which Glassdoor it won was in 2023. inclusive work environment remains key to its
assesses companies are based on Excelling According to Nirbhik Goel, Chief Human success. It reinforces VFS Global’s position
in Culture & Values, Work/Life Balance, Resources Officer, VFS Global, “I am thrilled as a leader in the industry and a preferred
Senior Management, Compensation & to acknowledge the high Glassdoor rating employer globally.

‘SriLankan Airlines’ total revenue sees a Israel Tourism upbeat

20% contribution from the Indian market’ about OTM participation

Prasenjit Chakraborty | Mumbai To enhance passenger comfort for TBM Staff | Mumbai
travellers from India, SriLankan Airlines
he Indian market contributes 20% of is considering adjusting the arrival times he Israel Ministry of Tourism is upbeat
Tthe total revenue for the SriLankan of select flights to Sri Lanka. “In certain Tabout its participation in OTM. During the
Airlines said its Head of Worldwide Sales Indian locations, the current arrival times event, Israel Tourism will be accompanied
& Distribution Dimuthu Tennakoon, while are either midnight or early morning. Our by 5 DMCs to engage with industry leaders,
exclusively speaking to TravelBiz Monitor. goal is to provide more convenient timings stakeholders, and delegates from around the
The airline has recently introduced double for passengers, and the schedules should be globe.
daily flights between Colombo and tailored to meet the requirements Amruta Bangera
Mumbai. and preferences of our passengers,” - Director of
“Mumbai has emerged as the emphasized Tennakoon. Marketing, India, said,
second destination after Chennai SriLankan Airlines has “Participation in OTM
in terms of number of passengers introduced its SriLankan Direct is significant for Israel
and frequencies. Last year, despite Connect, a New Distribution for several reasons.
a few challenges, our Indian Capability (NDC) agents booking It provides us with a Amruta Bangera
operation was successful,” he said. Dimuthu Tennakoon portal. Speaking about this, he said platform to showcase
Tennakoon added, “The Indian that they had first launched it in Sri the diverse and rich
market has been incredibly important to Lanka in June last year. “After Sri Lanka, we cultural experiences, historical sites, and
SriLankan Airlines since the get-go, and with launched it in India as it is a very important natural beauty that our destination has to offer.
India fast becoming one of the world’s largest market for us. Around 200 plus agents are In light of the ongoing challenges, our primary
outbound travel markets, we are only happy to using it across 9 stations we operate. The next goals at OTM are to strengthen existing
expand our operations in one of India’s most launch will be in the Middle-East market,” said partnerships, forge new collaborations,
celebrated cities and make travel between Tennakoon. and increase awareness about Israel as a
Mumbai and Colombo extra seamless.” According to him, Sri Lanka received tourist destination. We aim to highlight any
Talking about passengers, he said they 302,000 tourists from India in 2023. “The figure new attractions, developments, and unique
recorded 80% load factor throughout the is quite impressive when compared with 2022, experiences that would appeal to Indian
year. Currently, the airline operates from and I believe this year we will surpass the 2018 travelers. Additionally, we seek to understand
9 cities in India. When asked about their figure (from India) which was 450,000,” said an the evolving trends and preferences in the
focus, Tennakoon said that their priority is to optimistic Tennakoon. Indian travel market to tailor our strategies
increase capacity on the existing connections. prasenjit.chakraborty@saffronsynergies.in accordingly”.

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