Chiva-Som Hua Hin has been honoured with the Prime Minister’s Export Award 2026 (PM’s Export Award) in the inaugural Best Services Enterprise – Wellness Services category, recognising its leadership in holistic wellness, service excellence and its contribution to positioning Thailand as a global leader in wellness
The award, presented by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, was accepted by industry visionary Krip Rojanastien, Chairman and CEO of Chiva-Som International Health Resorts, at the official award presentation ceremony held at Government House on Friday, 7th August. Organised by Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce, the PM’s Export Award is among the country’s most prestigious national honours, recognising organisations that demonstrate excellence while enhancing Thailand’s international reputation.
For more than three decades, the multi-award-winning Chiva-Som has been at the forefront of transformative wellness, earning global recognition for its pioneering approach to health and well-being. At its flagship resort in Hua Hin, the brand continues to redefine holistic wellness through a philosophy dedicated to cultivating harmony between mind, body and spirit
Commenting on the award, Krip Rojanastien, Chairman and CEO of Chiva-Som International Health Resorts, said: “We are deeply honoured to receive the Prime Minister’s Export Award for Best Services Enterprise – Wellness Services. This recognition is a testament above all to our exceptional team, whose unwavering dedication enables us to deliver the highest standards of personalised care with the warmth, compassion and genuine hospitality for which Thailand is renowned. We are proud to play a role in showcasing Thailand’s outstanding wellness expertise on the global stage. This award recognises our commitment to innovation, sustainability and excellence in health and well-being, and inspires us to continue shaping the future of holistic wellness while strengthening Thailand’s position as a global leader in this field.”
Chiva-Som believes that true wellbeing extends beyond the individual, embracing education, community engagement and environmental stewardship as essential expressions of its philosophy. As a participant in the United Nations Global Compact, the brand is committed to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This commitment is reflected through Krailart Niwate, its mangrove conservation and environmental wellness initiative in Hua Hin, and the Bangkok-based Chiva-Som Academy, where it is helping to shape the next generation of wellness professionals.
