Abu Dhabi Airports Company (Adac) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Seychelles Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Transport to discuss further how Abu Dhabi Airports can develop the country’s international airport on the island of Mahe.

Signed by Ali Majed Al Mansoori, chairman of Abu Dhabi Airports, and Joel Morgan, Seychelles Minister for Foreign Affairs and Transport, the MoU further strengthens the ties between Abu Dhabi and the Seychelles.

Al Mansoori said: “Abu Dhabi Airports is delighted to be able to work closely with the Government of the Seychelles on the redevelopment of their international airport. As the Seychelles grows in popularity as a holiday destination for UAE tourists and visitors from around the world, the need to keep up with the demands and expectations of the travel market has never been more important. Our aim is to help to deliver an updated passenger terminal operating to the highest international standards.

"This MoU enhances our growing international reputation as a world-class airport operator, driving us further towards our vision of becoming the world’s leading airports group. We look forward to the benefits that this agreement will bring to both countries.”

Morgan commented: “It is a pleasure for me this day to sign this memorandum of understanding confirming an interest by both parties to enter into talks discussing the future and way forward of our airport operations at the Seychelles International Airport.

"Our discussion will focus on what can be delivered for Seychelles and what improvements can be further made so that our airport can be not only a step ahead, but leaps ahead of the competition for generations to come," he said. - TradeArabia News Service