Blackstone Looking to Sell Seaplane Operator in the Maldives

Aviation September 3, 2017

Blackstone Looking to Sell Seaplane Operator in the Maldives

Blackstone Group LP may cash out from the Maldives, the tropical island chain known for its white-sand beaches and turquoise seascapes. The buyout firm is exploring...

Aviation November 4, 2017

Bain Capital and Tempus Group associate to pursue ownership of TMA

American investment company Bain Capital LP has partnered with Chinese conglomerate Tempus Group Co. in a bid to purchase the controlling stakes of Trans...

Aviation March 7, 2017

Agreement Signed to Develop 5 New Regional Airports

Minister of Tourism, Mr. Moosa Zameer, has signed an agreement awarding Malaysian company ‘Gryphon Energy Group’ a USD 57.5 million contract to develop 5...

Aviation January 11, 2018

AirAsia announces expansion plans: AirAsia X to begin flights into Maldives

Malaysian low-cost airline AirAsia has announced that they are to expand their operations into the Maldives with the introduction of long-haul affiliate AirAsia X...

Aviation June 17, 2017

Air Asia to Sell Male’, Bangkok Tickets for $350

Thai Air Asia has begun the sale of Bangkok to Male’ routes ticket for $350 (MVR 5,397 approximately). According to All H Maldives; the...

Aviation March 18, 2017

Zongshen eyes stakes in seaplane operators

Zongshen Group, a manufacturer of generators and engines, plans to purchase a stake in the biggest seaplane airline in the Maldives this year, in...

Aviation January 7, 2018

Popular fast food franchises at the new F&B complex to be opened at Velana...

Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) has announced that three parties have expressed interest in operating outlets at the new F&B complex at Velana International...

Aviation December 21, 2017

Maldivian acquires their 12th Seaplane

National Airline, Maldivian has acquired their 12th seaplane in order to expand their services. The aircraft landed at Velana International Airport on the 20th of...

Aviation May 3, 2017

ADC imposed from 1st May 2017

Maldives Inland Revenue Authority has imposed Airport Development Tax from 1st May 2017 (Monday) at a rate of USD25 per foreign traveler, and USD12...

Aviation November 12, 2017

Maldivian announces plans to add two more aircrafts to its fleet in a bid...

National carrier Maldivian has announced plans to add two more aircrafts into its growing fleet in order to expand its domestic operations. Managing Director of...

Aviation October 4, 2017

Maldivian Airline opens new cargo office to make services more efficient

Maldivian has opened a new cargo office to provide cargo services within the Maldives. The office was officially opened by Minister of Economic Development Mr...

Aviation June 27, 2017

‘Maldivian’ gifts 50 free tickets to domestic routes in the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr

‘Maldivian’, the national airline of Maldives gifted 50 free return tickets to passengers who travelled on the day of Fitr Eid and was selected...

Aviation October 16, 2017

Qatar Airways to operate Airbus A350 to Maldives

Qatar Airways has announced that all Qatar Airways flights to and from Maldives are to be upgraded to one of the world’s most modern...

Aviation October 15, 2017

Velana International Airport is expected to see a rise in flight numbers during winter

Velana International Airport is expected to see a rise in flight numbers over the European winter period. Minister Mohamed Saeed, who is in charge...

Aviation November 7, 2019

Flyme to add brand new ATR 72-600 to its fleet

Villa Air Flyme has announced that a brand new ATR 72-600 aircraft will join its fleet today, 7th November 2019.

Aviation January 3, 2019

Air fares of Maldivian decreased by 25-30%

Maldives National Airline Maldivian’s domestic airfares have been decreased by a substantial amount of 25-30%. The change in price has been confirmed by various sources...

Aviation April 8, 2017

Maldivian to Begin Direct Flights to Colombo in May 2017

Maldivian Airlines, the National Airline of Maldives, has announced direct flights from Velana International Airport to Colombo Airport Ratmalana in Sri Lanka next month,...

Aviation March 1, 2018

Mega Maldives enters into voluntary liquidation

After failing to secure a new investor and restart operations, Mega Maldives entered into voluntary liquidation on 27 February 2018 and will be permanently...

Aviation March 30, 2017

Talks Underway Between Maldives and Thai Aviation Authorities

Talks are currently underway to improve and expand aviation between Maldives and Thailand, participated by delegations from both countries. The Maldivian delegation is led by...

Aviation December 11, 2017

Trans Maldivian Airways wins World’s Leading Seaplane Operator 2017

Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) was named the World’s Leading Seaplane Operator 2017 at the World Travel Awards 2017. The World’s Largest Seaplane Operator won...

Aviation March 18, 2017

MEGA Maldives Suspends Delhi Flights Temporarily

MEGA Maldives has announced a temporary suspension of flights between Male and Delhi, due to non-availability of aircraft and low demand. The canceled flights are...

Aviation June 1, 2017

Four New Airlines to Commence Operations in Maldives

Maldives Airports Company (MACL) has revealed that they are preparing to bring in four new airlines to Maldives. According to the managing director of...

Aviation June 10, 2017

Mega Maldives to make a possible comeback: Announces vacancies for flight operations

Mega Maldives has announced vacancies for Airbus A320/A330/A340 Training Captains, Technical Pilots, and Senior First Officers thus sparking signs that they are to make...

Aviation October 9, 2017

Maldivian announces major fleet expansion, to add 5 Seaplanes, 3 Dash-8

Maldives flagship carrier Maldivian has announced that they are to expand their seaplane operations with 5 more aircrafts expected to enter into service soon. “Maldivian...