Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has begun a comprehensive review of domestic airports under its management, marking a major step in consolidating operations following the government’s decision to merge Regional Airports Company Limited (RACL) into MACL.
The initiative, spearheaded by MACL Managing Director Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed, involves site visits by the company’s Executive Committee (EXCO) members and technical specialists to the nine domestic airports recently transferred from RACL. The teams are tasked with assessing infrastructure conditions, identifying operational gaps, and recommending upgrades to improve safety, efficiency, and passenger experience.
As part of the program, the MACL delegation conducted an inspection at Fuvahmulah Airport last week. During the visit, officials evaluated facilities, reviewed technical requirements, and engaged with on-site staff to better understand local operational challenges.
The review comes just a month after MACL formally assumed control of the nine regional airports, a move designed to streamline management and strengthen the Maldives’ aviation sector. The consolidation is expected to create synergies between domestic and international airport operations, enhancing MACL’s ability to align regional airports with the country’s broader aviation development strategy.
Industry analysts note that the integration of regional airports under MACL could also accelerate investment in new technology, staff training, and modern equipment, areas the company has identified as key priorities. These improvements are anticipated to support growing domestic air travel demand, driven largely by tourism expansion and the government’s focus on regional development.
With domestic aviation playing a critical role in connecting far-flung islands and sustaining the Maldives’ tourism-dependent economy, MACL’s latest efforts are seen as pivotal for both infrastructure growth and service quality enhancement across the nation.
