Mohamed Lam’aan has been appointed as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Maldives Ports Limited (MPL), shortly after stepping down from his role at Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL).
His appointment was confirmed this week, with Lam’aan also taking up a position as an executive member of MPL’s Board of Directors.
Transition from Aviation to Ports Sector
Lam’aan most recently served as Deputy Managing Director of MACL, a position he held since February 1, 2024 under the current administration. His move to MPL marks a shift from the aviation sector to maritime operations within the state-owned enterprise network.
Officials said his appointment to both the executive management team and the board reflects confidence in his experience in corporate leadership and public sector management.
Board Appointment Follows Leadership Change
The board position was filled following the removal of former board member Ibrahim Ziyath, with the appointment made by the Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB), the body responsible for overseeing state-owned enterprises.
Experience Across State-Owned Enterprises
Lam’aan brings a broad portfolio of experience within government-linked companies. During the administration of former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom, he served as Managing Director of Fenaka Corporation Limited.
He has also held senior roles at Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (MIFCO), including Chief Human Resource Officer and Chief Procurement Officer.
His professional background includes work in corporate governance, procurement, project management and organisational leadership.
Lam’aan holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Colombo.
His appointment comes as MPL continues to play a central role in managing the country’s port operations and trade logistics, with ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency and capacity across the sector.
