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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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Sat 26 JulA portion of the new terminal at Velana International Airport is scheduled to commence operations.July 26, 2025only The Standardwith 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 metersnew terminal floor areaThe StandardThe 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 annuallyannual passenger capacityThe Standardis 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 millionSaudi financingThe Standardincluding 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 millionAbu Dhabi Fund for Development financingThe Standardand 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 billiontotal project investmentThe Standardbringing the total project investment to MVR 7 billion
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approximately 600 workersconstruction workersThe Standardapproximately 600 workers are engaged in the construction, dedicating nearly 18 hours a day to expedite completion
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nearly 18 hours a daydaily working hours during constructionThe Standardapproximately 600 workers are engaged in the construction, dedicating nearly 18 hours a day to expedite completion
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20%increase in passenger handling efficiencyThe Standard20% 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 HotelThe StandardAt 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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