Economic Ministry sets restricted hours for heavy vehicles and goods transport

The Ministry of Economic Development, Transport, and Trade has introduced restrictions on heavy vehicles and goods transport operations in the Greater Malé Area to improve safety for pedestrians and motorists in an announcement made today.

The rules apply to goods transport vehicles with a capacity exceeding 350 kilograms, as well as heavy machinery and vehicles such as forklifts, trucks, cranes, and trailers.

These vehicles are prohibited from operating between 6:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. on roads in Malé, excluding Boduthakurufaanu Magu, as well as on roads in Hulhumalé, the Sinamalé Bridge, and the Highway.

A further restriction applies from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Sinamalé Bridge, the Highway, and all roads in Malé except Boduthakurufaanu Magu.

On school days, the operation of these vehicles and the transportation of goods are also prohibited within school zones during the times when school sessions begin and end.

The ministry warned that violations of the restrictions would result in legal action under the Land Transport Act