Minister of Homeland Security and Technology, Ali Ihusaan, confirmed via a post on X that police have recovered the speedboat used in the Velana International Airport robbery and arrested four suspects linked to the incident. The robbery occurred around 4:45 a.m. when two employees of Bank of Maldives (BML) were transporting a briefcase containing cash between the old and new terminals of the airport. Masked individuals intercepted the staff and seized the briefcase before fl

A robbery involving masked individuals occurred at Velana International Airport (VIA) targeting staff from the Bank of Maldives (BML) during a routine cash transfer. The suspects fled the scene using a speedboat, prompting a police investigation into what is believed to be a premeditated crime. According to police reports, the incident took place around 4:45 a.m. as two BML employees were transporting a briefcase containing cash between the old and new terminals of the airpo

Mohamed Riyaz, has been removed from the board of Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), following a decision by the Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB). The removal coincided with an expansion of the MACL board from seven to nine members. While no official explanation was provided, Riyaz’s departure comes amid growing internal debate over MACL’s involvement in government-led development projects. Riyaz had reportedly opposed the company’s participation in initi

The Maldives is set to implement a major regulatory shift in its aviation sector, reserving key air transport sales agency roles exclusively for companies that are 100% Maldivian-owned. The announcement was made by Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Captain Mohamed Ameen, who confirmed that the Civil Aviation Authority will soon gazette the new regulation under the directive of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. The reform will apply to General Sales Agents (GSAs), Passenger

Velana International Airport (VIA) has officially welcomed Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, as the 11th carrier to commence operations from its newly inaugurated Terminal 1. Velana International Airport’s Terminal 1 was inaugurated on July 26, 2025, and has since welcomed Saudia as its 11th operating airline, joining a growing roster of regional and international carriers. Terminal 1 was officially inaugurated on July 26, 2025, coinciding with the Maldives’ 60th

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has issued an annual bonus of MVR 25,000 to its employees. Staff who completed at least six...

Maldivian will commence daily flights to Muli, Meemu Atoll starting 26 October 2025, with one way fares from MVR 999. The new service...

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has officially taken over the development and future operation of Nilandhoo Airport, with a...

Velana International Airport (VIA) inaugurated new Koveli Lounge at Terminal 1. The ceremony was led by Minister of Economic Development...

Velana International Airport has reopened its west side parking lot as of 14 September 2025, restoring access to a key facility that had...

The Maldives National Air Traffic Service (MNATS) will host its Air Traffic Control Open Day on 20 September, welcoming the public from...

Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL), the parent company of the national carrier Maldivian, has embarked on a significant milestone...

After an extraordinary 45-year career Rolls-Royce has officially retired its legendary Boeing 747-200 Flying Test Bed, registered N787RR...

The Parliament of the Maldives has incurred MVR 1.4 million in expenses for VIP services at Velana International Airport between 28 May...

Maldivian has commenced its inaugural seaplane operations to Kamadhoo Island in Baa Atoll, marking a strategic expansion of domestic air...

Flight operations to Fuvahmulah are expected to resume once a replacement fire truck currently en route from Gan International Airport...

All scheduled flights to Fuvahmulah have been cancelled following the temporary closure of the airport due to a critical equipment...

The Maldives Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has partnered with the National Drug Agency (NDA) to operationalize random drug and alcohol...

Ace Travels Maldives has been appointed as the official General Sales Agent (GSA) for Qatar Airways in the Maldives, strengthening its...

Hanimaadhoo’s transformation into a modern international airport is nearly finished, with 91% of the work completed and operations...