beOnd Reaffirms its Commitment to the Maldives: Fleet Expansion to 22 Aircraft and 30+ Destinations by 2030

beOnd, the world's first premium leisure airline, today announced its long-term commitment to the Maldives outlining plans to grow the fleet to 22 aircraft based in Maldives and more than 30 destinations by the end of the decade, including four new destinations in 2026.

The commitment positions the Maldives as the anchor of beOnd's global network and the primary hub for its expanding premium leisure model. beOnd's strategy focuses on connecting high-value travelers from the world's leading cities through an all premium, lie-flat experience designed for effortless travel.

The airline has fostered increased tourism to the Maldives from the Middle East and Europe. beOnd proudly maintains an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in the Maldives, its first home. The company's vision is a multi-jurisdictional approach, with AOCs in different regions of the world.

"The Maldives will always be our home. Our focus is on global expansion and bringing more tourism to the Maldives," said Tero Taskila, CEO of beOnd. "We are investing in new aircraft, new markets and new partnerships that will strengthen the Maldives' global reach and open the destination to more premium leisure travellers year-round. Our ambition is to shape the future of travel to the Maldives and to contribute to the country's long term tourism growth."

Since its commercial debut in 2023, beOnd has transformed the way travelers reach the Maldives, offering award-winning lie-flat luxury on single-aisle aircraft and creating seamless connections between the islands and key global markets. beOnd has established itself as an award-winning, distinct player in global aviation, offering guests an all-business-class experience aboard its Airbus A319 and A321 aircraft. The airline currently operates from Zurich, Munich, Milan, Riyadh, the Red Sea, Dubai, and Maldives, with new destinations to be announced.

In 2026, subject to approval from the Maldives Civil Aviation Authority, beOnd plans to expand its network to China, South Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, India, France, Italy and the United Kingdom.