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“New VIA Terminal Will Open on July 26” Confirms MACL

Maldives Airports Company Limited announced that a portion of the new terminal at Velana International Airport will begin operations on July 26, 2025, coinciding with Independence Day. The 78,000 square meter terminal, built with USD 180 million in international financing and a total investment of MVR 7 billion, is designed for up to 7.5 million passengers annually.

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  1. Sat 26 Jul
    A portion of the new terminal at Velana International Airport is scheduled to commence operations. July 26, 2025 only The Standard with a portion of its new terminal scheduled to commence operations on July 26, 2025, coinciding with the Maldives’ Independence Day celebrations

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  • 78,000 square meters new terminal floor area The Standard The terminal, encompassing 78,000 square meters, is designed to accommodate up to 7.5 million passengers annually

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  • 7.5 million passengers annually annual passenger capacity The Standard is designed to accommodate up to 7.5 million passengers annually, a significant increase from the current terminal’s capacity

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  • USD 100 million Saudi financing The Standard including USD 100 million from Saudi financing and an additional USD 80 million from the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD)

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  • USD 80 million Abu Dhabi Fund for Development financing The Standard and an additional USD 80 million from the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), bringing the total project investment to MVR 7 billion

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  • MVR 7 billion total project investment The Standard bringing the total project investment to MVR 7 billion

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  • approximately 600 workers construction workers The Standard approximately 600 workers are engaged in the construction, dedicating nearly 18 hours a day to expedite completion

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  • nearly 18 hours a day daily working hours during construction The Standard approximately 600 workers are engaged in the construction, dedicating nearly 18 hours a day to expedite completion

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  • 8,000 passengers daily daily passenger capacity The Standard Capacity to serve 8,000 passengers daily

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  • 38 counters immigration counters The Standard 38 immigration counters

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  • 7 counters additional check-in counters The Standard 7 additional check-in counters

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  • 20% increase in passenger handling efficiency The Standard 20% increase in passenger handling efficiency

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  • Shafeeu Ahmed highlighted airport advancements and announced new terminal features at the Aviation Forum. Hulhulé Island Hotel The Standard At the recent Aviation Forum held at Hulhulé Island Hotel, Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) Chief Technology Officer, Shafeeu Ahmed, highlighted the advancements underway to enhance passenger services at VIA.

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