14 MAY 2026, KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) successfully concluded MAH Hospitality Week 2026 today at Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.

Held from 13 to 14 May 2026, the two-day industry event brought together hoteliers, suppliers, tourism stakeholders, thought leaders, and hospitality professionals through multiple major programmes under one roof. Thousands attended what became one of the country’s largest hospitality industry gatherings of the year.

Designed as a collaborative platform for the industry, MAH Hospitality Week 2026 focused on strengthening business connections, encouraging innovation, and supporting industry resilience amid ongoing challenges faced by the hospitality sector.

1. Hospitality Suppliers Expo (13–14 May)

The Hospitality Suppliers Expo featured close to 100 hospitality brands showcasing products, services, technologies, and solutions for the hotel industry. Participating exhibitors represented Malaysia, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, and Indonesia.

The expo featured hospitality suppliers, technology innovators, F&B equipment providers, and guest experience specialists, alongside a smart business matching system aimed at connecting buyers with relevant suppliers.

Over the two days, the exhibition floor saw strong visitor traffic, with attendees engaging in networking sessions, business discussions, and partnership opportunities.

2. MAH 52nd National Annual General Meeting (AGM) (13 May)

On 13 May 2026, MAH held its 52nd Annual General Meeting (AGM), attended by hundreds of members and hotel industry leaders.

The AGM reviewed the association’s achievements over the past year while outlining future plans and priorities for the hospitality sector.

3. MAHTEC-UiTM Executive Diploma Graduation Ceremony and Rebranding Announcement (13 May)

Following the AGM, MAH’s training arm held the graduation ceremony for the first MAHTEC-UiTM Executive Diploma in Hospitality Management 2025 cohort.

Since its introduction in 1995, the Executive Diploma programme has served as a professional development platform for hospitality practitioners. Through the collaboration with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), the programme now integrates academic expertise and guest lecturers alongside MAHTEC’s industry-driven curriculum.

A total of 14 graduates completed the programme, which includes nine certification training series covering key hospitality functions.

The ceremony was attended by hotel leaders, UiTM faculty representatives, and invited guests.

During the event, MAHTEC also officially announced its rebranding to MAH Learning & Development to better align with the MAH brand and strengthen its industry positioning.

4. MAH Gala Dinner & Awards Night 2026 (13 May)

The MAH Gala Dinner & Awards Night 2026 welcomed more than 500 guests, including government representatives, tourism associations, hotel executives, and industry leaders.

The event was officiated by Tourism Malaysia Chairman, YBhg. Datuk Manoharan Periasamy and featured two awards presentation.

MAH 3^rd Hotel Management Grand Prix 2026 Winners

The evening featured the presentation of awards for the MAH Management Grand Prix (MGP), organised in collaboration with Taylor's University and Russel Partnership Technology.

Now in its third edition, the competition is designed to develop future hospitality leaders through a hotel management simulation programme.

MAH 7^th Hotel Employee Awards Recipients

The climax of the evening was the 7^th edition of the MAH Hotel Employee Awards. This prestigious accolade recognizes outstanding staff who exemplify the spirit of hospitality through their dedication, commitment, and passion.

Finalists were carefully selected to represent each MAH Chapter nationwide and underwent rigorous interviews. From this process, only the most outstanding individuals were crowned as National Champions of the Year. In recognition of the exceptional talent showcased this year, an additional special award was extended to include an additional winner this year.

The State Finalists are:

1.       Kedah / Perlis Chapter

Azhar Bin Hashim

Senior Supervisor Landscape

The Datai Langkawi

2.       Penang Chapter

Badrol Hisham Bin Ahmad

Senior Bellman

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL Partner Hotel

3.       Perak Chapter

Cass Wong Suet Yin

Front Office Assistant

1969 Business Suites Ipoh

4.       Selangor Chapter

Karishma Kaur A/P Gagdish Singh

Housekeeping Coordinator

Doubletree by Hilton Shah Alam i-city

5.       Kuala Lumpur Chapter

Muhamad Izwan Fahmi Bin Jamaludin

Bell Supervisor

Parkroyal Collection Kuala Lumpur

6.       Negeri Sembilan Chapter

Nurhidayah Binti Idris

Senior Chef De Partie

Avillion Port Dickson

7.       Melaka Chapter

Mohamed Syafiq Bin Mohamed Roslan

Food & Beverage Supervisor

Ames Hotel Melaka

8.       Johor Chapter

Muhammad Izzat Bin Mohd Noor

Chef De Partie - Pastry

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas

9.       Pahang Chapter

Aliaa Maryam Binti Mohamad Ali

Reservation Officer

Shahzan Hotel Kuantan, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10.  Terengganu Chapter

Nur Arina Nadirah Binti Roslan

Public Relations Assistant

Primula Beach Hotel

11.  Kelantan Chapter

Nur Dina Binti Nor Azizi

Senior Account Officer

Ibis Styles Kota Bharu

12.  Sarawak Chapter

Sebastian Anak Senin

Bellman

The Waterfront Hotel Kuching

13.  Sabah / Labuan Chapter

Vino Mina Binti Enjuk

Housekeeping Attendant – Public Area

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

This year’s National Champion of the Year award was presented to Muhammad Izzat Mohd Noor of Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas representing MAH Johor Chapter. He was recognised for his confidence and strong intellectual foundation. Beyond technical capability, he stood out for his leadership approach, consistently striving to enable his team to become the best version of themselves. The judges also highlighted his humility and work ethic, noting his willingness to start from the ground up and lead by example, ensuring he understands every aspect of operations in order to guide and support his team effectively.

A Special Award for Heritage and Culture (Beyond Hospitality and Workplace) was presented to Sebastian Anak Senin of The Waterfront Hotel Kuching representing MAH Sarawak Chapter. He was recognised for demonstrating a strong embodiment of his state’s cultural values and heritage in his professional practice. Through his work, he actively strives to showcase the warmth, authenticity, and high standards of hospitality that his people are known for, translating cultural understanding into meaningful guest experiences.

5. Hospitality Leadership Conference 4.0 (14 May)

Officiated by YBrs. Ms Tan Mei Phing, Chief Executive Officer of Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), Hospitality Leadership Conference (HLC) 4.0 brought together more than 250 delegates from across Malaysia’s hospitality sector.

The conference featured six esteemed industry speakers who shared insights on leadership, innovation, workforce development, technology, and current challenges shaping the hospitality landscape. Continuing its role as a key industry platform, HLC 4.0 fostered meaningful dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration among hospitality professionals and stakeholders.