The Ministry of Transport has undergone a significant transformation, digitizing all its services to provide a comprehensive online platform for public access. The previous system, which required downloading, filling, scanning, and uploading forms, has been replaced by the comprehensive ‘Transport Online’ platform. This digital hub now caters to all the ministry’s services, encompassing land vehicle and sea vessel registrations, effectively centralizing and simplifying access to these critical services. Digitalised Transport Online platform.
Transport Minister Aishath Nahula, during the launch of ‘Transport Online,’ highlighted the substantial convenience this innovation brings to the public. She underscored the global shift towards digitalization and praised the collaborative efforts within the country to embrace this technological advancement.
Ali Solih, the Minister of State for Transport, emphasized the significance of this newly established online system, emphasizing its role in fostering improved communication between the ministry and the public. Solih noted that starting from the launch date, most services would be accessible online, reducing the necessity for physical visits to the ministry, except for specific cases mandating in-person document submissions.
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This digitalised transport online platform transition isn’t just a boon for the public; it also promises to streamline internal processes for ministry staff. The move towards online services is a significant step forward, enhancing efficiency and accessibility while aligning with modern digital trends.
The ministry’s earlier initiative in February to introduce online licenses marked the beginning of this progressive shift towards comprehensive digital services, setting the stage for the recent launch of the unified ‘Transport Online’ platform.
