Maldives Opens State-Of-The-Art Velana Airport Terminal on Independence Day

President Mohamed Muizzu inaugurated the new terminal at Velana International Airport on Saturday night, marking one of the largest infrastructure projects in Maldives history. The $457 million terminal, spanning 72,000 sqm, can handle 7.2 million passengers annually and features 12 aerobridges. Construction began in May 2016 under former President Yameen and was completed under President Solih. The event coincided with the 60th Independence Day celebrations, featuring a drone show and fireworks. MACL expects revenue to increase by 7-8% in the first year and 15% the next.

President Mohamed Muizzu inaugurated the new terminal at Velana International Airport on Saturday night, marking one of the largest infrastructure projects in Maldives history. The $457 million terminal, spanning 72,000 sqm, can handle 7.2 million passengers annually and features 12 aerobridges. Construction began in May 2016 under former President Yameen and was completed under President Solih. The event coincided with the 60th Independence Day celebrations, featuring a drone show and fireworks. MACL expects revenue to increase by 7-8% in the first year and 15% the next.

President Mohamed Muizzu inaugurated the new terminal at Velana International Airport on Saturday night, marking one of the largest infrastructure projects in Maldives history. The $457 million terminal, spanning 72,000 sqm, can handle 7.2 million passengers annually and features 12 aerobridges. Construction began in May 2016 under former President Yameen and was completed under President Solih. The event coincided with the 60th Independence Day celebrations, featuring a drone show and fireworks. MACL expects revenue to increase by 7-8% in the first year and 15% the next.

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