The new passenger terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) has officially begun operations with Italian private airline Neos, marking a significant milestone in the terminal’s phased opening.
A special ceremony was held at Terminal 1 to commemorate the start of Neos services. The event was attended by Fenaka Corporation Managing Director Mohamed Najah, Neos Director of Ground Operations Damiano Rosso, and senior officials from Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL).
During the ceremony, Neos’ dedicated check-in counters were officially launched. Gifts were presented to 341 departing passengers, while the 346 passengers arriving on Neos flight NO610 were welcomed with traditional cultural performances.
With the addition of Neos, a total of 27 airlines are now operating from Terminal 1. MACL stated that it remains committed to providing the highest quality services to all airlines operating flights to the Maldives.
