Agreement signed with Chinese company regarding construction of new apron at INIA

An agreement has been signed with Chinese company Sinohyrdo for the construction of a new apron at Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (INIA).

Speaking to reporters after a ceremonyat Hulhule’ Island Hotel this evening , Managing Director of Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) Ibrahim Saleem (Bandhu) said that the cost of the project is $9 million.

Saleem said that the new apron will be located on the northern side of the runway, and the project should be completed within 12 months.

He said that the new 350 by 75 meter apron is part of the efforts to develop the airport.

“The apron can accommodate four large 777-300 aircraft, and several small,” he said.

Saleem further said that MACL’s profits will be used to fund the project.