Maldivian eyes European destinations as expansion takes flight
Transport Minister Mohamed Ameen expressed hope for the day when Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, will begin flights to European destinations. Speaking at a special ceremony held today at Velana International Airport (VIA), the minister highlighted the airline’s recent strides in expanding its operations. Maldivian introduced its first wide-body aircraft to its fleet […]
Maldivian’s A330 completes inaugural flight from China to Maldives with 192 passengers
Maldivian Airlines has successfully completed its first direct flight from China to the Maldives using its new Airbus A330 wide-body aircraft. The inaugural flight, arriving from Chengdu, China, carried 192 passengers and 10 tonnes of cargo. The airline, which recently resumed direct flights to China, is deploying its A330 to enhance travel connectivity. The A330 […]
Maldivian launches wide-body aircraft service
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, officially launched its wide-body aircraft service on Monday with the arrival of an Airbus A330 at Velana International Airport (VIA). This marks the airline’s first operation of a wide-body aircraft. The launch event began with an air show featuring other Maldivian flights before the Airbus A330 landed on […]
Maldivian to get second wide-body aircraft in October
A second wide-body aircraft will join the fleet of Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, and begin operations in October, President Mohamed Muizzu announced on Monday. The Airbus A-330, which landed at Venala International Airport (VIA) at 5:14 pm, was welcomed with a water salute. A special ceremony was held to mark the occasion, […]
Island Aviation’s debt to MACL reaches MVR 1.12 billion
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) informed parliament’s state-owned enterprises sub-committee on Tuesday that Island Aviation Services (IAS) has an outstanding debt of MVR 1.12 billion. MACL officials were summoned to discuss strategies to improve the company’s financial position and address loans. MACL Managing Director Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed stated that providing credit to government-owned companies poses […]
MACL, Island Aviation joint venture to manage Maldivian seaplane operations
President Mohamed Muizzu has announced plans to establish a strategic partnership between Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL) and Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) to modernise and expand the Maldivian seaplane industry. The initiative aims to sustain the growth of the seaplane operations currently managed by IASL and further develop the country’s aviation sector. A joint […]
Struggles of Maldivian airline: Time to let private airlines soar?
As the flag carrier and national airline of the Maldives, Maldivian has long been a symbol of national pride, connecting the scattered islands of the archipelago and serving as a gateway to the world. However, beneath the surface of this emblematic role lies a harsh reality: Maldivian has consistently struggled to operate profitably, raising questions […]
Qatar Airways, Maldivian announce interline partnership
Qatar Airways is elevating travel experiences to the Maldives through its new interline partnership with Maldivian, the national carrier of the Maldives, providing passengers the option to book both Qatar Airways and Maldivian flights on qatarairways.com. Travellers planning their holidays at one of the Maldives’ beautiful islands can now incorporate both their Qatar Airways and […]
Visit Maldives partners with Maldivian to enhance tourism development
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) and Maldivian, the National Airline of the Maldives, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen our collaboration in enhancing equitable tourism development. The agreement was signed by MMPRC’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director (CEO and MD), Ibrahim Shiuree, and Managing Director of Maldivian, […]
Maldivian to launch new service between Seenu, Huvadhoo Atoll
Maldivian, the national carrier of the Maldives, will launch a new domestic service under the South Connectivity Initiative, connecting Gan International Airport (GAN) in Seenu atoll and Kooddoo Airport (GKK) in Huvadhoo atoll twice weekly, from 29th October 2024. South Connectivity is an initiative led by the government of Maldives, in collaboration with Maldivian, Addu […]
Maldivian seeks Boeing 787-8 lease for long-haul flights
Maldivian, the flag carrier, has put out a call for proposals to lease a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, aiming to bolster its fleet for nonstop flights. Island Aviation Services (IAS) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner for a six-year lease. The anticipated delivery of the aircraft is targeted for the […]
Etihad, Maldivian announce interline partnership
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Maldives’ flag carrier Maldivian have unwrapped an early Christmas present for customers by announcing a strategic bilateral interline partnership, unlocking access to 16 dream holiday destinations in the Maldives beyond the main island of Male. The agreement between Etihad and Maldivian, the national airline of the […]
