Indian airport hospitality has been quietly building towards something significant, and Encalm Hospitality's latest recognition is a strong signal that the world has taken notice.

The company walked away with two major honours at the PATWA International Travel Awards 2026, presented during the 26th PATWA World Tourism Leaders' Summit at ITB Berlin. Encalm received the Best Company in Airport Hospitality Services award for India, while Group CEO Vikas Sharma was personally recognised with the PATWA Gold Award for Excellence in Airport Hospitality Services. It's a dual win that reflects both organisational excellence and individual leadership making an impact at the global level.

Vikas Sharma acknowledged that the awards belong to the team behind the work, noting that the recognition reflects the dedication of the Encalm team and its commitment to raising global standards in airport hospitality while building services rooted in India.

Encalm has been steadily expanding its lounge network across some of India's busiest airports, including Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, and Goa International Airport. The portfolio spans Encalm Lounges, business-class Encalm Privé Lounges, and the recently launched Encalm Xenia Lounge at Terminal 3 in Delhi, which brings a more exclusive experience with personalised service, premium dining, quiet zones, and wellness-led facilities.

Beyond the lounges, Encalm also operates Atithya, a meet-and-greet service designed to make the airport journey smoother and more comfortable for travellers from the moment they arrive to the moment they board.

Together, these offerings paint a picture of a company that has thought carefully about what airport hospitality can look like when it's done with genuine care and design intent. From curated food and beverage to wellness spaces and passenger assistance, Encalm is building something that goes well beyond the traditional airport lounge experience.

The PATWA recognition at ITB Berlin, one of the world's most respected travel industry platforms, only adds weight to a story that has been building steadily and deserves its moment in the spotlight.