RTL Travel Platform Streamlines Services, Launches Contactless Payments

MTCC announced that ferry services in the Greater Malé area have been fully integrated into the Raajjé Transport Link (RTL) Travel platform, enabling QR ticket purchases via the app, website and counters, and contactless card payments. MTCC also set dates for phasing out legacy travel cards and confirmed free ferry travel for senior citizens, young children and persons with disabilities.

First reported 16 Oct 2023, 19:12

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The government assigned the RTL bus service to MTCC. On 1 July 2021 only Maldives Republic
On 1 July 2021, the government assigned the RTL bus service to MTCC.
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RTL Travel Platform Streamlines Services, Launches Contactless Payments

10 tickets Tickets purchasable simultaneously on RTL app

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10 tickets Tickets purchasable simultaneously on RTL app Maldives Republic
The RTL Travel mobile application allows passengers to purchase up to 10 tickets simultaneously.
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30 days Validity of multiple-journey tickets for Villimalé and Thilafushi Maldives Republic
Single-journey tickets remain valid for seven days, while multiple-journey tickets for Villimalé and Thilafushi are valid for 30 days.
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62.20 percent Government stake in MTCC Maldives Republic
The government holds a majority stake of 62.20 percent in MTCC, with the general public owning 31.15 percent
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31.15 percent General public stake in MTCC Maldives Republic
The government holds a majority stake of 62.20 percent in MTCC, with the general public owning 31.15 percent
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4.65 percent MNSL stake in MTCC Maldives Republic
Maldives National Shipping Limited (MNSL) holding 4.65 percent.
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65 and above Free ferry travel age threshold for senior citizens Maldives Republic
senior citizens aged 65 and above, children under three years old, and persons with disabilities can continue to use the ferry service free of charge.
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Ferry services in the Greater Malé area were fully integrated into the Raajjé Transport Link (RTL) Travel platform. Greater Malé area Maldives Republic
Ferry services in the Greater Malé area, which includes Villimalé, Hulhumalé, Thilafushi, and Gulhifalhu, have been fully integrated into the Raajjé Transport Link (RTL) Travel platform, the Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has announced.
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Hulhumalé Malé Thilafushi Vilin'gili

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Adam Azim Chief Executive Officer Maldives National Shipping Limited (MNSL)Maldives Ports Limited (MPL)Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC)Raajjé Transport Link (RTL)