MWSC and Floation to Explore Underwater Water Production System

(MoU) with Norwegian company Floation to study the feasibility of establishing an underwater water production system. The MoU was signed by MWSC Managing Director Abdul Matheen Mohamed and Floation Managing Director Alexander Fuglesang during a ceremony at MWSC.

This study will collect technical information necessary for creating an underwater reverse osmosis (RO) desalination system, conduct underwater surveys, and evaluate its environmental impact. The study will also include financial estimates related to water production from this innovative system.
MWSC will provide information and technical documents for the study, assist in obtaining necessary permits from government ministries and other agencies, and support the execution of this work in the Maldives.

As an island nation, the Maldives faces unique challenges in meeting its water demand. If this underwater system proves viable, it could produce and store water efficiently, addressing the space constraints currently faced by water production facilities. Additionally, the system promises to reduce energy consumption and costs associated with existing water production methods.
MWSC highlighted that this study aligns with efforts to tackle climate change, adhere to energy policies, and achieve the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. The project is described as environmentally friendly and sustainable, offering safe water production and distribution with significant social and economic benefits.

By pioneering this innovative approach, MWSC and Floation aim to revolutionize water production in the Maldives, contributing to the nation's long-term sustainability and resilience against climate change.