Dutch Docklands has signed an agreement to use Netherlands' latest innovation technology (floating islands) to assist Maldivian climate adaptation strategy.

This marks the second time Holland Company, Dutch Docklands signed a project to bring the concept of floating islands to the Maldives.

The agreement was signed by State Minister at the Ministry of Tourism, Ahmed Solih as well as CEO of Dutch Docklands, Paul Van De Camp.

The project was first signed during Former President Mohamed Nasheed's administration during 2010. Under that agreement, the Maldivian government was expected to lend out five islands to the company, to integrate the floating island technology.

However, no further details regarding the project were provided by the Ministry of Tourism.