State Minister Ahmed Shafeeu has been appointed as the Chairman of Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL), marking his return to the role he previously held during President Abdulla Yameen's administration from 2014 to 2018.

Island Aviation announced Shafeeu's appointment in a post today, welcoming him to the role. He succeeds Mohamed Mihad, who was appointed on January 9, 2024 and had also served as the company's Managing Director. It remains unclear whether Mihad resigned or was dismissed from the position.

Shafeeu, who currently serves as the Minister of State for Higher Education, Labour and Skills Development, brings significant government experience to the role. He previously served as Minister of Fisheries during President Mohamed Waheed's administration from 2012 to 2013 and as State Minister of Education under President Yameen's government.

The Island Aviation Board comprises five other members:

Island Aviation Services operates the national airline Maldivian, which serves both domestic and international routes.