Velana International Airport to Host Air Service World Congress 2024
Sunday 19th of May 2024
Velana International Airport (VIA) has announced its esteemed partners for the upcoming Air Service World Congress (ASWC) 2024, marking a significant milestone in the Maldives' aviation sector. The unveiling took place at the Noovilu Seaplane Terminal of Velana International Airport, with top officials and partners in attendance.
Mr. Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed, CEO and Managing Director of Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), expressed the pivotal role of VIA in the nation's development. He emphasized President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's visionary Masterplan for the airport, which aligns with the country's thriving tourism sector. Mr. Mohamed highlighted the event's importance in fostering global connections for VIA, positioning it as a hub for international travel.
As the chief guest, Ms. Aysha Nurain Janah, Chairperson of Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation, underscored the event's potential to elevate the Maldives' profile in global air travel. She emphasized the strategic partnerships formed for ASWC 2024, which aim to boost air service to local islands and attract more visitors to the Maldives. Ms. Janah emphasized the country's growing prominence as a must-visit destination on the global stage.
Event Partners of Air Service World Congress:
Resort Partners: Sheraton, Malahini
Venue Partner: Kurumba Maldives
Digital Partner: Dhiraagu
Seaplane Partner: TMA
Airline Partner: Emirates
Aviation Partner: Maldivian
Media Partners: Island Chief, Orca Media, Hotelier Maldives, The Arrival, Travelusion Media
Endorsement Partners of Air Service World Congress:
Ministry of Tourism
Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation (MOTCA)
Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI)
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO)
VIA extends its sincere gratitude to all partners for their invaluable support, contributing to the success of ASWC 2024. This event marks a crucial step in advancing the aviation industry in the Maldives, fostering collaboration among international delegates, industry leaders, and government representatives. Scheduled from July 9th to 11th, 2024, at Kurumba Maldives, ASWC 2024 is set to attract 300 delegates from around the world, offering a platform for discussions on the future of aviation and tourism in the Maldives and beyond.