Global travel technology provider Sabre has announced the appointment of seasoned aviation professional Chandana De Silva as its new Country Head for Sri Lanka, marking a significant step in strengthening its leadership within the local travel and aviation industry.

De Silva brings more than 30 years of experience spanning airline commercial strategy, sales leadership, and operational management. Sabre operates in Sri Lanka through its Colombo-based subsidiary of Softlogic Holdings PLC, delivering advanced GDS and NDC solutions to support the country’s expanding travel market.

His career includes several senior roles at SriLankan Airlines, followed by a long and successful tenure with Emirates Airlines. From 2008 to 2023, De Silva served as Country Manager for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, in addition to holding the position of Government Liaison Manager for both markets. In these roles, he played a key part in driving market growth and building strong relationships with government and industry stakeholders.

De Silva’s background with leading international airlines offers Sabre valuable perspective on regional aviation trends and the evolving dynamics of South Asian travel.

Operating from its Colombo hub, Sabre continues to enhance its global distribution capabilities, expand NDC connectivity, and provide tailored support to local travel agencies. With De Silva at the helm, the company plans to further accelerate automation adoption, boost operational performance, and raise service quality across the travel value chain.

This appointment supports Sabre’s wider growth ambitions in South Asia and underscores its long-term commitment to enabling travel partners and expanding its presence in Sri Lanka’s fast-changing aviation landscape.