Hanimaadhoo International Airport

Maldives Republic | 7 months, 4 weeks ago | positive

Operations Moved to New Hanimaadhoo Airport Terminal

Operations at Hanimaadhoo International Airport moved to the new terminal. MACL announced the relocation in line with MCAA standards. The project includes a 2,465m runway, terminal capacity of 1.3 million passengers, and a new apron. The first 1,200m runway section became operational earlier this year. A seaplane terminal will be developed in the second phase. The US$136.6 million project was launched under the former MDP government. Official opening scheduled for 9 November.

Maldives Republic | 11 months, 1 week ago | concerned

Nasheed Urges Tender Process for Hanimaadhoo Airport Amid Adani Allegations

Former President Mohamed Nasheed called for Hanimaadhoo International Airport operations to be awarded through an open tender, suggesting private sector management. He made these comments in response to former President Abdulla Yameen’s allegations that the government plans to hand the airport to India’s Adani Group. Nasheed defended the terminated GMR deal, stating continued operation would have avoided MVR 2 billion in debt. Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed denied any sale or lease to foreign parties. The airport, funded by a $136.6 million Indian Exim Bank loan, is 88.7% complete with a 2.46 km runway and 1.3 million passenger capacity, targeting a September opening. Construction Minister Abdulla Muththalib confirmed the timeline.

Maldives Republic | 11 months, 1 week ago | tense

Yameen Alleges Hanimaadhoo Airport Being Sold to India’s Adani Group

Former President Abdulla Yameen alleged that the government plans to sell Hanimaadhoo International Airport to India's Adani Group. He claimed delegation members met Adani's chairman in Singapore during President Muizzu's state visit. Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed denied the allegations, stating no such meetings occurred. The airport expansion, funded by India Exim Bank (US$136.6 million), is 88.7% complete and expected to finish by September. Construction Minister Abdulla Muththalib confirmed the runway is completed and other facilities are nearly finished. President Muizzu's Singapore visit included other agreements but no mention of Adani.

Maldives Republic | 11 months, 1 week ago | positive

Hanimaadhoo International Airport to Be Completed by September: Minister Muththalib

Construction Minister Abdulla Muththalib announced that the Hanimaadhoo International Airport development is 88.7% complete and on track for completion by September 2025. The project is financed through India Exim Bank Line of Credit. The runway is fully completed, the passenger terminal is 83% done, and other facilities are 96% complete. The $136.6 million expansion includes a new apron and runway capable of handling A320 and Boeing 737 aircraft, with a terminal capacity of 1.3 million passengers annually.