The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has been awarded 22 infrastructure development projects across the Maldives, covering roads, coastal protection, harbours and other public infrastructure.
Agreements for the projects were signed with the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development. State Minister Ismail Hameed signed on behalf of the ministry, while Deputy Managing Director Mohamed Jamsheed signed on behalf of MTCC.
The package comprises eight road development projects, five coastal protection projects, six harbour construction and upgrading projects, two beach and marine-access projects, and the construction of a nine-storey office complex in Fuvahmulah City.
Road development works will be carried out in ADh. Hangnaameedhoo, B. Kamadhoo, K. Maafushi, N. Maalhendhoo, R. Angolhitheemu, R. Vaadhoo, Sh. Komandoo and Th. Vandhoo.
Coastal protection projects are planned for AA. Maalhos, HA. Thuraakunu, HDh. Naivaadhoo, HA. Vashafaru and N. Miladhoo.
MTCC will also undertake harbour construction and upgrading works in K. Thulusdhoo, GA. Kanduhulhudhoo, GA. Nilandhoo, Th. Kandoodhoo, Th. Vilufushi and N. Holhudhoo.
The remaining island projects include the development of a slipway and beach area in HDh. Vaikaradhoo and a beach development project in R. Fainu.
Several members of parliament representing the project constituencies attended the signing ceremony.
The contracts mark the start of arrangements for the projects, which are planned for implementation across several atolls.
