President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has stated the past two years have been the most active and successful years in the history of the Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC). He made the statement in his remarks at the ceremony held to mark the 41st anniversary of the state-owned company.
Speaking at the ceremony held at the Henveiru Football Stadium, President Solih reiterated that one of the top priorities of the administration has been to ensure access to basic services across the country through decentralised development. On this note, the president described MTCC as one of the most important partners, one that the people trusted for its quality of service and timely completion of projects.
One of the largest projects currently undertaken by MTCC is the first phase of the Integrated National Public Ferry Network, which is a large-scale project that would introduce efficient, affordable, convenient, and sustainable passenger and cargo ferry services across the country. The first phase of the project would see the launch of ferry services in Haa Alifu Atoll, Haa Dhaalu Atoll, and Shaviyani Atoll. Speaking about the project, President Solih urged the youth to capitalise on the new employment opportunities that come with such projects.
The president also spoke on the contributions of MTCC to human resources development. He also highlighted how MTCC had been active throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, stating his confidence in the company to strive to enhance its services and expedite the speed of projects. He went on to stress the essential role played by state-owned enterprises in fulfilling the policies of the administration.
Vice President Faisal Naseem and senior government officials accompanied President Solih at the function, where he was presented with a copy of the book about the achievements of MTCC over its 40-year history. At the function, the president also presented commemorative plaques to long-serving employees of the company, while the vice president handed over letters of acceptance to participants who were selected for the employee training programmes for 2021.