ROMA (ITALPRESS) – Yesterday evening at 22:00 from Rome Fiumicino the first direct flight of ITA Airways to the airport Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam of Mauritus, an important milestone for the company that introduces two weekly connections between Rome and the pearl of the Indian Ocean, operated with Airbus A330-900. The new link will have this operation: departure from Rome Fiumicino on Friday and Sunday at 22:00 arriving at Mauritius at 11:20 on the next day. Departure from Mauritius on Saturday and Monday at 22:10 and arrival in Rome Fiumicino 06:40 of the next day.
Present at the ribbon cutting ceremony at Terminal 3 of the airport Leonardo da Vinci of Fiumicino the President of ITA Airways Sandro Pappalardo and Emiliana Limosani, Chief Commercial Officer ITA Airways and CEO of Volare; Marco Troncone, CEO of Rome Airports and Aviation Business Development Director ADR Federico Scriboni; Alessandra Bruni, President of ENAV; Min. Plen. Stefano De Leo, Deputy Director General and Central Director for Sub-Saharan African Countries of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation; Mario Loreto, Honorary Consul in Italy Republic of Mauritius; Mia Hezi, Director of Tourism, Marketing and PR of Aviareps; Ing. Davide Drago, Head of Standardization, Operation and Development ENAC Regional Aeroportuality; Vincenzo D’Intino, Councillor for the Budget of the Municipality of Fiumicino.
“With the new link between Rome Fiumicino and Mauritius we strengthen our mission to be ambassadors of Made in Italy worldwide, promoting the culture, talent and innovative capacity of our country – said Sandro Pappalardo, President of ITA Airways –. Our Company strives every day to offer quality services that reflect Italian style and hospitality, while helping to support tourism and foster economic and cultural relations between countries. This goal is the result of a teamwork that looks to the future with ambition and responsibility. ITA Airways is not only an airline: is a symbol of Italy that moves, that unites people and cultures, and that enhances its excellence”.
“With the introduction of this new route to Mauritius, the expansion of the intercontinental network of Fiumicino airport, which records growth rates of the long range of 25% compared to 2019, further consolidates the capacity of the port of call to serve as a strategic link platform between Italy and the world – said Marco Troncone, CEO of airports of Rome -. Thanks to more than 230 direct destinations and entry into the Top 10 world Cirium, Leonardo da Vinci confirms its international vocation and continues to support the growth of ITA Airways in the most important global markets.”.
The new link is a fundamental stage for ITA Airways and one of the strengths of the 2025–2026 winter season, during which the Company operates a total of 53 destinations including 16 nationals, 21 international and 16 intercontinental. Among the highlights of the winter season are the resumption of the Rome Fiumicino-Malé (Maldive) connection from 19 December 2025, daily until 6 January, followed by three weekly flights (four to February) until Easter; the increase of the frequencies on Bangkok (from five to seven weekly frequencies from 8 December 2025) and the increase of flights on Buenos Aires, with ten weekly frequencies between 16 December 2025 and 9 January 2026.
“ITA Airways confirms itself as ambassador of Made in Italy in the world, contributing in a concrete way to the Country System through its strategic role in connecting Italy with the rest of the world – we read in a note -. On board its aircraft, the Company enhances the talent and creativity of our country thanks to the collaboration with iconic brands such as Brunello Cucinelli, from whose stylistic advice were born the uniforms of the crew and the staff of land, and Walter De Silva, for the interior design. The travel experience is complemented by a high-level gastronomic proposal signed by great Italian chefs: on intercontinental flights coming out of Italy, including the new Rome–Mauritius route, Business Class passengers can enjoy the menu created by star chef Giancarlo Morelli, an authentic journey in Italian flavors that celebrates the quality and tradition of our country”.
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