The Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) has signed an agreement with the Netherlands Maritime University College (NMUC) to carry out training and offer educational opportunities for staff.
The agreement was signed by MPL CEO Shahid Ali and NMUC executive chairman Dato Captain Razali Yaacob at a special ceremony held at MPL today.
Under the agreement, MPL employees will have the opportunity to pursue higher education in maritime studies from the foundation level to bachelors and masters degree level.
MPL and MNUC are also expected to jointly conduct research on developing the maritime sector in the Maldives.
Efforts will be undertaken as part of the agreement to develop the maritime sector in the Maldives, MPL CEO Shahid Ali said at the ceremony.
MPL CEO Shahid Ali
The research will be jointly funded by MPL and NMUC whilst the company will cover the expenses of staff who travel for training and education, he said.
"As the Maldives is on a very important shipping route of the Indian Ocean, the purpose of the research is to find ways to develop the country's maritime industry," Shahid said.
Speaking at the ceremony, MNUC executive chairman Yaacob praised the natural beauty and hospitality of the Maldives. He said a country such as the Maldives needs more ports and noted the importance of further strengthening port operations.
Under the agreement, six MPL employees will have the opportunity to enroll in a bachelors degree level program every year. Employees will also be able to join short training programs.
