MATI elected to UN Tourism Board of Affiliate Members for 2026–2029 term
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) has been elected to the UN Tourism Board of Affiliate Members for the 2026–2029 term, marking a significant milestone as the first organisation from the Maldivian tourism sector to serve on this international board. MATI secured one of two regional seats allocated to South Asia, underscoring the Maldives’ […]
Tourism growth dependent on linking airports with resorts: Afeef
Hussain Afeef (Champa Afeef), Vice Chairman of the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) and a pioneer of the country’s tourism sector, said on Thursday that with airports being developed across the Maldives, the industry must prepare to strengthen links between airports and tourist establishments. Speaking at a ceremony held at Kurumba Maldives to mark […]
MATI endorses TechEng 2025 powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts
TechEng 2025 powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts, the Maldives’ first dedicated B2B engineering and technology exhibition for the hospitality sector, has received official endorsement from the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI). The event, organized by Omnibox Events, will be held from 28–30 October 2025 at Central Park, Hulhumalé. Established in 1982, MATI is […]
MATI members gain access to $5 million pandemic risk protection
Trust Edge Risk Solutions, in collaboration with Munich Re, Enquiris Raghnall Insurance Broking & Risk Management, and Solarelle Insurance, officially launched the Pandemic and Epidemic Risk Solution in Maldives. This pioneering programme, established with an aggregate policy limit of USD 5 million, will be effective from 15th September 2025. It has been designed to provide […]
MATI opens Book of Condolence for Mohamed Umar Maniku
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) has announced the opening of a Book of Condolence in memory of the late Mohamed Umar Maniku (MU Maniku), a pioneer and visionary of the Maldivian tourism industry. The Book of Condolence will be available for signing from Sunday, 7 September 2025, until Sunday, 14 September 2025 (excluding […]
MATI hosts 3rd Insight forum on sales, revenue, engineering
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) hosted the 3rd Edition of MATI Insight on Wednesday at H. Meerumaa, Male’. The event brought together MATI members, industry stakeholders, senior governmental officials and technical experts to share knowledge, engage in discussions, and exchange insights across two key thematic areas: Sales and Revenue and Engineering. The day’s […]
Siyam World hosts Kudafari School students for tourism industry exposure
Siyam World Maldives, in collaboration with the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), recently hosted the Discover Tourism: Explore Career Pathways programme. The resort welcomed students and teachers from Kudafari School for a half-day session aimed at inspiring the next generation to consider career opportunities within the tourism industry. The session was attended by 21 […]
MATI hosts 3rd Member Forum to address key challenges in Maldives tourism sector
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) hosted the third edition of the MATI Member Forum at H. Meerumaa, Malé. The event gathered MATI members alongside senior government officials, including the Minister of Tourism and Environment, Thoriq Ibrahim, Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Ahmed Shiyam, and Commissioner General of Taxation, Hassan Zareer. The Forum […]
Tourism industry generated $5.6 billion in 2024, resorts accounted for 83.6%
The Maldives’ tourism industry generated $5.6 billion in revenue last year, with resorts contributing 83.6% of the total, according to Ahmed Nazeer, Secretary General of the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI). Speaking at the 35th Annual General Meeting of MATI at Kurumba Maldives on Sunday, Nazeer highlighted the changes in the tourism sector over […]
BML launches Green Resort Financing with MVR 50m overdraft, 6.5% interest
Bank of Maldives has launched its Green Resort Financing, a facility designed to support resort investments in sustainable practices. Chairman of Crown and Champa Resorts, Hussain Afeef joined the Bank’s CEO and Managing Director Mohamed Shareef to launch the new financing facility during the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry’s (MATI) Annual General Meeting held Sunday. […]
Maldives central bank governor hints at possible reduction in mandatory dollar exchange
Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) Governor Ahmed Munawar on Sunday indicated that the mandatory foreign exchange conversion requirement for resorts may be reduced in the future. Speaking at the annual general meeting of the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) at Kurumba Maldives, the governor stated that such a change could take up to two years […]
Maldives Association of Tourism Industry holds 35th Annual General Meeting
The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) held its 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the 9th of February 2025 at Kurumba Maldives, with 111 members in attendance. The Annual General Meeting began with addresses from Chairman, Mohamed Umar Maniku and Secretary General, Ahmed Nazeer. The proceedings included a video showcasing the association’s 2024 advocacy […]
