UAE Business: Emirates, Maldivian partner to explore connectivity – Gulf Digital News

UAE Business: Emirates, Maldivian partner to explore connectivity – Gulf Digital News

Emirates, a major international airline, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, to explore codeshare, interline, and joint holiday package opportunities.



Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Chief Commercial Officer, said: “Maldives is one of the most popular leisure destinations in Emirates’ network and we are very pleased to be exploring a partnership with the nation’s local carrier. A codeshare and interline agreement will immensely benefit both carriers. For Emirates customers, its enhanced connectivity to and from the Maldivian archipelago. For Maldivian travellers, it’ll ease access to our extensive network of more than 120 destinations, via Dubai. We look forward to continue strengthening our partnership and to offering customers a seamless travel experience.”



Ibrahim Ameer, Minister of Finance of the Republic of Maldives, said: “Emirates' impact to the Maldives' tourism industry is significant, with the airline ranking first in terms of international passenger traffic. The possible partnership between the two airlines will benefit the Maldivian economy and strengthen economic ties between the Maldives and the United Arab Emirates.”



Mohamed Mihad, Maldivian’s Managing Director, said: “The opportunity to explore a partnership with the largest airline in the world brings about endless