China’s Xiamen Airlines Commences Scheduled Services to Maldives
China-based Xiamen Airlines has launched scheduled flights between Xiamen, China, and Velana International Airport (VIA). The airline’s expansion follows the...
Maldivian, TrueNoord Ink Deal for Airbus A330-200 Lease
National carrier Maldivian has signed an agreement with TrueNoord to lease an Airbus A330-200 aircraft as part of its efforts...
Tourist Arrivals Exceed 1.1 Million, China Leads as Top Source Market
Tourist arrivals in 2024 have surpassed 1.1 million, with over 100,000 visitors from the United Kingdom, according to statistics released...
Delay in June Tourism Statistics Adds to Concerns Over Government Transparency
The release of the Maldives monthly tourism statistics have been delayed for the month of June — procedurally monthly reports...
MACL Reveals Plans to Introduce Nighttime Seaplane Operations
Maldives Airports Company Ltd. (MACL) is planning to expand seaplane operations at Velana International Airport (VIA) by adding facilities for...
Air Service World Congress 2024 Concludes in Maldives
The seventh edition of the Air Service World Congress (ASWC), which brought together industry leaders, airlines, and airports from around...
Maldives Lowers 2024 Overall Growth Projection from 5.5% to 4.9%
The nation’s growth outlook will be lower than expected this year, the Ministry of Finance projected in its Macro Economic...
Hanimaadhoo International Airport Development on Schedule: Minister Ameen
The Hanimaadhoo International Airport project is proceeding according to schedule, Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Mohamed Ameen has confirmed...
Maldives Sees Record Arrivals in First Half of Year
The Maldives witnessed a surge in tourist arrivals during the first six months of this year, according to data published...
Decline in Indian Tourists Resulted in Over MVR 2 Billion in ‘Lost’ Revenue: Opposition
The words and policies of President Mohamed Muizzu, and some key deputy ministers, have caused losses of MVR 2.3 billion...
