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May 18
Aeroflot resumes operations to Maldives

Aeroflot, the flag carrier and largest airline in Russia, has resumed operations in the Maldives. Aeroflot suspended flights between the Maldives and Russia following the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) said that flights between the Maldives and Russia will be operated every day of the week. A total of 297 […]

May 18
More than 80% of farmers have taken Startup package

Agro National Corporation (AgroNAT) has revealed more than 80% of the farmers working with the company have taken up the start-up package. The start-up package of AgroNat provides various tools and equipment the farmer needs to carry out farming. The startup package was launched with its contract farming project and it is available to farmers […]

May 16
STELCO seeking additional business ventures

Managing Director of State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) Ahmed Shareef has stated the company is seeking new business ventures to reduce its dependency on the revenue generated from electricity services. Speaking to PSM News, Managing Director Shareef said efforts are underway to establish revenue for the company through multiple businesses. As such, Shareef noted the […]

Mar 03
Live Poultry Sale commences in Addu

BTEC Company Private Limited has established a poultry farm in Addu City. A special ceremony at the Addu Harbour operated by BTEC Company was held to mark the commencement of live poultry sale. The ceremony was attended by Mayor of Addu City Ali Nizar, council members, and Minister of State for Ministry of National Planning, […]

Dec 28
The first Rip Curl store in the Maldives

Introducing the official Rip Curl store in Marina Crossroads. Rip Curl is a designer, manufacturer, and retailer of surfing sportswear and accompanying products, and a major athletic sponsor, this is the first dedicated Rip Curl store open to the general public in the Maldives by SIMDI. Please visit our store for quality Wet-suits, Surf Clothing, […]

Dec 28
AZUR AIR COMMENCES CHARTER SERVICE TO THE MALDIVES

Azur Air, formerly known as Katekavia has commenced charter flights to the Maldives aligning with the festive season. The first flight landed at the main Velana International Airport yesterday. The Boeing 777-300ER aircraft which landed was carrying about 400 tourists from Russia and CIS countries. The crew and passengers of the airline was welcomed by […]

Dec 18
29 New islands for resort development

Today minister of Tourism Hon. Ali Waheed has announced that the government has shortlisted 29 new islands for resort development. At tonights event “Burabi” held at Dharubaaruge, Minister of Touriam informed that most of the island or lands would be of the ‘ one island , one resort ‘ concept and few lands from currently […]

Dec 17
Maldivian begins scheduled flights to Addu City from Huvadhu Atoll

National airline, Maldivian has started scheduled flights to Addu City from Gaafu Alifu Atoll and Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll. According to Maldivian, the flights are scheduled to operate between the two atoll six time a week. They have also revealed that schedule flights are also planned between Laamu Atoll and Addu City as well. The flights […]

Dec 16
Local.mv getting ready for launching

Local.mv the all new online business directory of Maldives is getting ready to launch its services this January 2020. The service will have more than 400 classifications with over 3000 entries. Local.mv is fast preparing for the launching of the service and is working closely with its partners in South Male’ & Addu, researching & […]