Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has signed a tripartite agreement with the Maldives Police Service (MPS) and Maldives National Air Traffic Service (MNATS) to enhance cooperation and support during emergencies at Velana International Airport (VIA). The signing ceremony was held today at Hulhulé Island Hotel and attended by senior officials from all three institutions. The agreement was signed by Commissioner of Police Ismail Naveen and MPS Managing Director Hassan Sha

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has restructured the Aviation Security Command (AVSECOM), expanding its mandate beyond airports to include the security of all ports operated by Maldives Ports Limited (MPL). According to a directive issued on Sunday, AVSECOM has been renamed the Aviation and Port Security Command, bringing both aviation and seaport security under a single government agency. The President’s Office said the restructuring aims to establish a stronger, unified securi

Aeroflot officially began operations from Terminal 1 of Velana International Airport (VIA) on 28 December, marked by a ceremonial welcome for the airline’s inaugural arrival. The flight was received a traditional water salute, followed by a warm reception for arriving passengers. Among those present were Hussain Fahmy, Principal Secretary to the President on Policy and Manifesto; Evgeny Ratushnyy, Aeroflot General Manager for the Maldives; Aleksei Idamkin, Consul General of t