The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources has awarded a contract to establish a 500-tonne cold storage facility in Mulah, Meemu Atoll, to Saudi Arabia's ROS for Trading Company.
Director General Eenas Naseer signed the contract on behalf of the Ministry, while Deputy Director Hamad Mohamed Alminhali represented the company.
The Fisheries Minister highlighted that the facility will significantly benefit local fishermen by addressing the lack of fish purchasing options in central Maldives. Valued at USD 5.2 million, the project has a completion timeline of 300 days and will be capable of freezing 50 tonnes of fish daily.
Additionally, the government is implementing cold storage, ice plants, and fishing boats in various regions to further support fishermen.