July 19, 2019
Alia Investments Pvt Ltd conducted the 6th Boat Operator’s Training Program in the Maldives from 16th – 18th July 2019. Maldives Institute of Technology (MIT) was the main facilitator of the program.
This 3-day training program included both theory and practical sessions. Top industry experts conducted sessions during the course on Maritime Regulations, Basic Firefighting, First Aid, Preventive & Routine Maintenance of Yamaha Outboard Engines, Safe and Economic Operating Procedures. The trainees were also coached and instructed on practicing environment-friendly habits; to protect the fragile marine environment. As a part of this initiative, on Day One of the program, the participants along with the staff of Alia Investments and Maldives Institute of Technology executed a cleanup program at the Boat Parking Area, Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Male’.
33 captains from various Resorts, Transport Operators, Private Companies and Government Institutions attended the training program. In addition to this, senior service mechanics and Distributors of Yamaha from South Asia and Africa (Pakistan, Bangladesh, Madagascar, and Nigeria) successfully participated in this program. A total of 40 participants completed the training program.
The chief guest of the inauguration ceremony, Commanding Officer of EME, LT. Colonel Hassan Shahid in his speech advised the captains to prioritize safety and instructed on being cautious onboard. Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. was represented at the ceremony by Mr. Umino Tomohiro, Group Manager of Overseas Market Development Operations (OMDO). The Managing Director of Alia, Mr. Alau Ali emphasized on the special proactive role the captains of today are required to play in safeguarding the fragile marine environment.
Certificates were awarded to the captains who successfully completed the program. The closing ceremony was held on 18th July 2019 at MIT Hall. The Chief Guest of the closing ceremony, Mr. Mohamed Hashim (Chairman of MIT) and Special Guest Mr. Terry (General Manager of Gulf Craft Maldives) congratulated the participants on successfully completing the training.
With an aim to provide pleasant, smooth and safe journeys to the passengers by enhancing the knowledge and skillset of boat captains, Alia Investments announced the continuation of this training program in 2020.
