Velana International Airport’s new Terminal 1 officially began serving Azerbaijan Airlines on Monday.
The launch was marked by a special ceremony attended by STO CEO and Managing Director Shimad Ibrahim, British Deputy High Commissioner Mohammed Toafiq Wahab, Ahmed Arshad of Avia Maldives, and officials from Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL).
During the event, the airline’s check-in counter was inaugurated, and 156 passengers arriving on the first flight, J2301, were welcomed with traditional Maldivian cultural performances. MACL noted that 55 passengers received commemorative gifts.
Azerbaijan Airlines has been operating in the Maldives since 6 November 2024. Terminal 1 now caters to 16 international airlines, further enhancing the airport’s capacity and passenger experience as the Maldives strengthens its position as a major international travel hub.
