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Hanimaadhoo International Airport Resumes International Flight Following Year Long Hiatus!

Since its announcement, the development project for the Hanimaadhoo International Airport has become a focal point. Travellers from all around the globe have been flocking to the Maldives to explore the resorts since tourism was introduced to the country. With this, easy connectivity within the islands became pivotal to the Maldives. Although seaplanes and speedboat transfers have accommodated for long, with the development of Hanimaadhoo International Airport, travellers will have the opportunity to explore Northern Maldives islands with ease as well.

Expected Developments and Completion Date

Upon completion of the development project, the 30-year-old international airport will undergo the establishment of a 2.7-kilometre runway and a terminal with a capacity of 1.3 million passengers. AAdditionally, the project will also implement provisions for jet fuel storage. The project, signed in 2022, is expected to achieve full completion this year. Earlier this year, the airport received an update with a brand new apron. This marked yet another milestone towards the completion of the project. This newly developed 38,000 sqmt apron has the ability to simultaneously accommodate three large aircraft and five general crafts. With this, travellers can expect better connectivity to explore untapped destinations in the North of Maldives.

Hanimaadhoo International Airport Welcomes Back International Flights!

The airport has reached yet another development stage on the 16th of April. Following a one year hiatus, the airport has yet again resumed international flights due to changes in operating hours. For the past year, authorities halted international flights to the airport to expedite the development project. According to The Edition Maldives, Regional Airports Company Limited (RACL) is also expecting to complete the new runway within this month. This news comes after Maldivian Airlines announced flights between Hanimaadhoo International Airport and Trivandrum in 2024. The flag carrier of Maldives had announced that the services between Trivandrum, India and the Maldives will start from April 12th, 2024.

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Sun Siyam Olhuveli Welcomes Students for Hospitality Industry Tour

Sun Siyam Olhuveli Welcomes Students for Hospitality Tour

On February 21, Sun Siyam Olhuveli Maldives welcomed a group of students from the Qasim Ibrahim School of Business for an enriching exposure trip. This experience allowed the students to dive into the hospitality industry, providing them with practical knowledge that will be invaluable as they move forward in their careers.

Ahmed Shazeen, Director of Human Resources at Sun Siyam Olhuveli, expressed his excitement about the visit, saying

We are delighted to welcome the future leaders of the hospitality industry to our resort. At Sun Siyam Olhuveli, we believe in fostering talent and providing students with practical exposure to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application. This experience will undoubtedly inspire and prepare them for successful careers in the field.”

During the visit, the students took a comprehensive tour of the resort, where they explored several key departments. They observed the operations in areas such as front office management, food and beverage services, housekeeping, and guest relations. Additionally, resort experts led interactive sessions, where they shared their insights on the latest trends, challenges, and best practices in the hospitality sector.

This visit highlights Sun Siyam Olhuveli’s commitment to developing young professionals and strengthening partnerships between academia and industry. As part of the Sun Siyam Cares initiative, which promotes education, community engagement, and career development, the resort consistently provides opportunities for growth and learning.

Furthermore, alongside its commitment to education, Sun Siyam Resorts takes sustainability seriously. Operating in both the Maldives and Sri Lanka, the resorts focus on reducing their environmental impact by conserving energy and water, cutting down on waste, and limiting plastic use. Through the Sun Siyam Cares program, the resorts also invest in renewable energy, support local community development, and work to preserve local cultures and traditions. These efforts help protect the environment, reduce the resorts’ carbon footprint, and improve the well-being of the surrounding communities.

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