Abu Dhabi Fund gives $40 million loan for Maldives main airport
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development on Wednesday announced an additional loan of Dh147 million ($40 million) to support the completion of the Velana International Airport (VIA) project in the Maldives. This follows an earlier loan of Dh183.5 million ($50 million) provided in 2017 for the project’s initial phases, highlighting the airport’s vital role in driving […]
Maldives main airport’s new terminal reaches 85%, opening set for July 2025
The new terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) is 85% complete and scheduled to open by July 2025, Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) said Tuesday. The update was provided by MACL Managing Director Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed in response to a query by Gadhdhoo MP Mohamed Ali during a meeting of the State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Committee’s […]
Air Arabia begins daily Sharjah-Maldives flights
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, on Sunday began its non-stop flights between Sharjah and the Maldives. The new flights between Sharjah International Airport and Velana International Airport operate daily, providing travellers with even more convenient and affordable options to explore one of the most famous […]
MACL signs agreement with BUCG for Male-Funadhoo monorail project
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) on Monday signed an agreement with Beijing Urban Construction Group (BUCG) to develop a monorail system connecting Malé and K. Funadhoo. The monorail will be a key component of the Special Economic and Financial Service Zone initiative. The project, first announced in May by Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed, will receive […]
Maldives’ main airport’s new terminal to open in December 2024
Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal confirmed on Friday that the new terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) will be inaugurated by December. The announcement was made in the minister’s World Tourism Day message, highlighting the terminal’s significance to the country’s tourism industry. Faisal emphasised that the new terminal is a central part of the main […]
Velana International Airport’s new terminal to boost tourism, set to open next year
The new terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) is expected to be operational next year, according to Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer. Speaking at a panel discussion during the GM Forum organised by Hotelier Maldives at Crossroads, Minister Zameer emphasised the critical role that airport infrastructure plays in the development of the Maldives’ tourism industry. He […]
MACL’s Mohamed Mihad to present on airport developments at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024
Mohamed Mihad, Chief Commercial Officer at Maldives Airport Company Limited (MACL), will deliver a presentation at the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024. The GM Forum, the largest gathering of hospitality professionals in Maldives, will take place on September 19 at CROSSROADS Maldives. Mihad’s presentation, titled ‘Velana International Airport (VIA) and Tourism Development,’ will focus on […]
Shape the future of aviation: Why you should attend the Air Service World Congress 2024 in the Maldives
The Air Service World Congress (ASWC) 2024 descends upon the idyllic Kurumba Maldives from July 9th to 11th, 2024, and promises to be a landmark event for the aviation industry. This premier gathering, known for fostering collaboration, is the ideal venue to connect with industry leaders and shape the future of air travel. Why Attend? […]
Velana International Airport takes to the skies for cleaner waters with new ocean cleanup drone
Velana International Airport, Maldives’ main international gateway, has taken a significant step towards a cleaner environment with the introduction of a new ocean cleanup drone. The initiative, spearheaded by Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), was officially launched by CEO & MD Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed and DMDs Mohamed Lam’aan and Mujthaba Latheef. This innovative solution comes […]
Maldives tightens 100ml liquid rule on domestic flights
Liquids can be carried in handbags on domestic flights in containers of not more than 100 millilitres, effective from Sunday, the Directorate of Aviation Security Administration (DASA) has said. As stipulated in the 5th edition of the National Civil Aviation Security Programme, there is no distinction between the measurements of prohibited items to be carried […]
MACL Initiates Talks for Smooth Operation of New Velana International Airport Terminal
he Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) has begun discussions with key stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition to the new terminal at Velana International Airport. The initiative comes as part of the ongoing airport development project. Today’s meeting, held at the Hull Island Hotel, marked the official launch of consultations for the new terminal’s operation. […]
New cargo terminal at Velana International Airport opens
President Mohamed Muizzu officially inaugurated the new cargo terminal at the Velana International Airport on Monday. Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef and senior government officials also attended the opening ceremony of the new cargo terminal held at Velana International Airport. Following the inauguration of the new terminal, the President carried out inspections. The President recently […]
