Meemu Atoll Gains Air Connectivity as Muli Airport Nears Completion

Muli Island Council has announced that the anticipated air connectivity to Meemu Atoll is on the horizon, as the Muli Airport development project nears completion. 

Scheduled to commence services this year, this marks a significant transformation for the atoll, which previously lacked an air travel hub.

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The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC), awarded the development contract, commenced the project’s practical work in October 2021. Ahmed Shakif, Vice President of the Muli Council, lauded the project as transformative. Key milestones have been reached, with asphalt laid on the runway and the airport terminal nearing completion.

Shakif stated that the establishment of an airport would be a significant convenience for the inhabitants of the atoll, particularly for those visiting the island frequently for travel and healthcare purposes.

The new airport is expected to vastly improve convenience and accessibility within the Meemu Atoll, enhancing transport options for its residents and potentially boosting the region’s tourism and development prospects.