Manta Air Fined for Building Seaplane Platform Without ERA Approval

Manta Aviation Private Limited has been fined MVR 20,000 for constructing a seaplane platform without obtaining the required approval from the Environmental Regulation Authority (ERA).

The ERA said the project, which was developed near Raa Atoll Ifuru, a five-star tourist resort at the atoll, required environmental screening and prior approval, as it could affect the surrounding environment where the development was carried out. Manta Aviation failed to secure this approval before proceeding with the construction.

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Fine imposed on Manta Aviation Pvt. Ltd. for carrying out installation works of seaplane platforms at Ifuru Island, Raa Atoll, without completing the EIA process.https://t.co/J9rqY6sb7E— Environmental Regulatory Authority (ERA) (@ERA_Maldives) December 28, 2025

The fine was imposed on 21 December. The ERA has granted the company 30 days, including government holidays, to settle the penalty.

In addition to the fine, the ERA advised Manta Aviation to compile an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and obtain the necessary approvals before undertaking similar projects in the future.

Manta Air is the one of the airlines operating in the Maldives which provide both domestic flight and seaplace services.