Air Seychelles honours 63 employees for long and continuous service

At a special ceremony held on 28 November at the Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort, Air Seychelles recognised 63 employees for their long and continuous service, celebrating staff whose tenures span from 10 to 35 years. The awards coincided with the airline’s end-of-year staff celebration, marking a moment of appreciation and reflection on the people who have helped shape the national carrier.

Certificates, commemorative trophies and customary cash awards were presented to each honouree in recognition of their commitment and contribution to the airline’s sustained growth and operational excellence. The collective milestone represents decades of dedication across multiple departments and roles, underscoring the vital role long-serving employees play in the airline’s ongoing success.

This year’s longest-serving employees — each marking 35 years of continuous service — are:

• Paul Antoine
• Sheila Banane
• Georges Desaubin
• Damien Sanguillon
• Suzanne Asba
• Ange Zialor
• Clive Contoret

Speaking after the ceremony, Air Seychelles Chief Executive Officer, Sandy Benoiton, paid tribute to the award recipients and the broader workforce. “Your dedication over the years has been the foundation of our success,” Benoiton said. “I thank you sincerely for your loyalty and encourage every member of our team to continue building careers with the National Airline — together we will keep reaching new heights.”

Air Seychelles noted that more than 20 employees are recognised annually for long service, a strong indicator of staff retention and a corporate culture that values career development and employee loyalty. The airline reaffirmed its commitment to investing in its people through ongoing training, career progression opportunities and initiatives that support employee wellbeing.