Soneva Secret appoints Akira Shiota as General Manager
Soneva has appointed Akira Shiota as General Manager of Soneva Secret, its 13-villa resort in the remote Makunudhoo Atoll of the Maldives. Shiota brings more than 25 years of hospitality experience, including leadership positions across the Maldives, Japan and Indonesia. His background spans resort openings, hotel operations, food and beverage, commercial strategy, revenue management, asset […]
Visit Maldives launches new digital vendor platform to streamline procurement
The Visit Maldives Vendor Platform officially launched Thursday, digitising and streamlining the procurement process to deliver a more efficient and seamless experience. The platform increases accessibility for both local and international suppliers, standardising the vendor registration and evaluation to improve transparency and fairness during the procurement process. Through online vendor registration on the newly launched […]
BML recognised for digital finance and sustainable finance
Bank of Maldives (BML) received two awards at the Maldives Financial Sector Awards held on Wednesday evening. The awards, presented by the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA), recognised the bank’s work in digital banking and sustainable finance. BML received: Excellence in Digital Finance and Innovation, recognising its contribution to the development of digital banking services and […]
BML offers Singapore Grand Prix trip to American Express Platinum cardholders
Bank of Maldives (BML) has launched a promotion offering holders of its American Express Platinum Credit Card and American Express Islamic Platinum Credit Card the opportunity to win a trip to the 2026 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix. The promotion began on Wednesday and will run until the end of July. Under the […]
Dhiraagu appoints Valdemar Ferradaz as CEO ahead of Ismail Rasheed’s retirement
Dhiraagu has announced a planned leadership transition ahead of the retirement of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Ismail Rasheed, who will conclude nearly four decades of service to the company and the Maldives. Under a structured succession plan, Valdemar “Valde” Ferradaz joined Dhiraagu as Chief Executive Officer Designate on 1 July 2026. He will […]
CROSSROADS Maldives, ministry explore partnership to promote Maldivian culture
CROSSROADS Maldives welcomed a delegation from the Ministry of Culture and Heritage on 29 June 2026 for a visit focused on exploring opportunities to strengthen partnerships in promoting Maldivian culture, heritage, and creative experiences. The delegation was led by Minister Heena Waleed and included State Minister Mohamed Munaz, State Minister Mohamed Ikram, Permanent Secretary Yaniu […]
Intour Maldives marks 30 years with partner gathering and team retreat
Intour Maldives concluded June with a series of events marking its 30th anniversary, including an international partner gathering followed by a team retreat at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru and Four Seasons Maldives Private Island at Voavah. The partner celebration brought together long-standing international travel partners, resort collaborators and industry associates, recognising the […]
Vakkaru Maldives welcomes acclaimed Danish Chef Jesper Koch
Vakkaru Maldives is set to welcome acclaimed Danish Chef Jesper Koch from 16 to 28 July 2026, marking the beginning of a collaboration that will continue with an expanded programme later this year. Regarded as one of Denmark’s most influential gastronomic figures, Chef Jesper brings more than three decades of experience spanning hospitality, gastronomy and […]
BML offers new dollar investment option with returns paid in Rufiyaa
Bank of Maldives (BML) has launched a new investment product that allows customers to invest US dollars and earn returns of up to 25 per cent, with profits paid in Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR). The bank announced the launch on Tuesday, stating that funds raised through the investment pools will be used to support its foreign […]
Visit Maldives Corporation launches ‘This is My Maldives’ global photography competition
Visit Maldives Corporation Limited (VMC) has launched “This is My Maldives”, a global photography competition inviting creators and visual storytellers to share the Maldives through their own lens, as part of the public launch of Creatoll, the digital marketplace for Maldivian creative content. The competition was announced during the Creatoll public launch ceremony held at […]
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi recognised among Maldives’ leading family resorts
Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, the flagship property of the Sun Siyam Luxury Collection, has been honoured as the No. 2 resort in the Maldives in the Travel + Leisure Asia Pacific rankings for Best Family Resorts. This recognition acknowledges the resort’s successful approach to family travel, which focuses on providing experiential, restorative stays aligned with […]
Dhiraagu adds penalty showdown to ‘Jehee Libunee’ campaign
This football season, Dhiraagu customers can earn additional leaderboard points through the ‘Penalty Showdown’ game, increasing their chances of winning the exciting prizes offered under‘Jehee Libunee’. With ‘Jehee Libunee’, customers can earn 1GB of free data for every goal scored by their selected team. To participate, customers simply need to choose their favourite team through […]
