Hussain Shafeeq Appointed as CEO and Managing Director of Maldives Ports Limited

The Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB) has appointed Hussain Shafeeq as the new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Maldives Ports Limited (MPL). The appointment, which includes a seat on the company's board, officially takes effect on April 22, 2026. Shafeeq steps into the leadership role following the departure of Mohamed Rishwan, the former CEO and Managing Director, who resigned from the position on the 6th of this month. As the head of MPL, Shafeeq will oversee the management of the Maldives' critical port infrastructure, ensuring the efficient flow of goods and services essential to the nation's economy. The transition comes at a pivotal time for the state-owned enterprise as it manages the logistical demands of the archipelago.