Aviation Finance Watch: Maldives-focused premium airline Beond says staff have been told to keep working despite months without pay, as it pauses scheduled flights until October and reportedly weighs funding tied to a Saudi expansion—raising fresh liquidity concerns for a tiny all-business fleet. Marine Tech & Conservation: Anantara Dhigu Maldives and rrreefs unveiled “Theyra Maa,” a 3D-printed clay reef installation using fired terracotta to support coral regeneration and biodiversity in the lagoon. Dive Tourism Upgrade: Siyam World launched “Wreck to Reef,” turning a former tuna freighter into a living reef at Noonu Atoll, with the first dive-and-restoration phase running June 11–15. Underwater Dining: Meyyafushi Maldives introduced BUBBLE, an underwater restaurant experience about six metres below the surface with panoramic marine views. Climate Reality Check: A new report warns that coastal erosion is accelerating worldwide, putting low-lying beach destinations—including the Maldives—at growing risk as sea levels rise. Travel Tech & Business: ITB Asia 2026 returns to Singapore (Oct 21–23) with new experience zones and Travel Tech Asia co-location, spotlighting tech-driven, human-centred travel.