Singapore Tourism Awards 2017 recipients

Singapore – Thirty-one individuals and organisations were recognised tonight at the Singapore Tourism Awards 2017 for their exceptional achievements in delivering experience and enterprise excellence. Organised by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and held at Shangri-La Hotel, the Singapore Tourism Awards presentation ceremony was graced by Minister S Iswaran, Minister for Trade and Industry (Industry).

STB Chief Executive Mr Lionel Yeo said, "The Singapore Tourism Awards aims to raise industry standards by showcasing the best of what Singapore has to offer. Past Awards recipients have served as inspiration for the tourism industry to reach new heights and I am pleased that this year's recipients have continued that fine tradition. Together, their contributions to the industry will also help enhance Singapore's appeal as a vibrant and compelling destination."

Six recipients for Top Awards and Special Recognition

Four individuals and two organisations were conferred top honours under the Top Awards and Special Recognition award categories.

 

Top Awards:

Mrs Janet Tan-Collis, President, Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (SACEOS) received the highest accolade of the evening - Lifetime Achievement for Outstanding Contribution to Tourism. Mrs Tan-Collis' win was attributed to her unwavering commitment to developing talent and resources for the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) industry, working with MICE associations to develop education programmes and further entrenching Singapore's position as Asia's centre for MICE thought leadership.

Breakthrough Contribution to Tourism was awarded to MICHELIN Guide Singapore, represented by Robert Parker Wine Advocate and Michelin Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. The organisations were recognised for bringing the Michelin Guide Singapore to fruition, and in turn contributing to the branding of Singapore as a compelling culinary destination, both regionally and globally.

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