Velana Airport Transformation: Connecting Maldives to the World

Vision & Launch

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Airport Features

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Funding & Builders

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Economic Impact

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Completion & Ceremony

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Sustainability & Future Plans

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A new era of connectivity begins—Maldives welcomes the world with open skies and endless horizons.

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Velana Airport Transformation: Connecting Maldives to the World

Vision & Launch

USD 1 bn expansion unveiled in Aug 2025 to double capacity and elevate Maldives on the world travel map.

Airport Features

Terminal spans 78,000 m² with 47 check-ins, 20 immigration counters, six boarding gates, and 12 aerobridges.

Funding & Builders

Led by Saudi Binladin & Beijing Urban Construction; financed by Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, China, OPEC.

Economic Impact

Capacity rises from 3M to 7M passengers/year; airport expansion could double GDP from USD 6B to 12B.

Completion & Ceremony

Terminal inaugurated July 2025, Guinness-worthy fireworks celebrated Maldives’ 60th Independence.

Sustainability & Future Plans

Includes seaplane terminal, elevated seawalls for flood protection, future-ready design.

A new era of connectivity begins—Maldives welcomes the world with open skies and endless horizons.