MATATO launches AI Productivity Workshop for Maldives tourism industry
The Maldives Association of Travel Agents & Tour Operators (MATATO) has announced the launch of an AI Productivity Workshop for the Maldives tourism industry, scheduled to take place on Sunday, 15 February 2026, beginning at 08:00 hrs.
This one-day pilot initiative is designed as an industry-wide capacity-building programme aimed at equipping tourism professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) safely, responsibly and productively in daily operations.
While AI is already widely utilised across the tourism sector, improper or unsafe use can expose guest and business data, creating legal, reputational and operational risks. The workshop will focus on helping participants enhance communication quality, improve operational efficiency and strengthen decision-making, while ensuring compliance and ethical application.
Programme Highlights
Participants will gain:
- Safe and compliant AI usage practices
- Reduced administrative workload
- Improved professional communication quality
- Better decision support for supervisors and managers
- Increased confidence in responsible workplace AI usage
The one-day training will cover:
- AI fundamentals and tool navigation
- Compliance, privacy and risk management
- Safe data handling and anonymisation
- Practical prompting techniques to enhance productivity
MATATO has confirmed that members of the following Strategic Partner organisations will be eligible for a special discounted participation fee:
- NHGAM – National Hotel & Guesthouse Association
- NBAM – National Boating Association of Maldives
- IHTO – International Halal Tourism Organisation
- ISIC – International Student Identity Card holders
Participation Fees
- Standard Participation Fee: USD 150 (including lunch, tea and coffee)
- Strategic Partner Member Fee: USD 100 (available to members of NHGAM, NBAM, IHTO and ISIC)
Event Partners
- Official Travel Partner: Ace Travels Maldives
- Official Host Partner: Mookai Hotel
- Supporting Partner: Resort Life Travel
The workshop will bring together stakeholders from across the tourism ecosystem, including travel agents, tour operators, guesthouses, boating operators, resorts and young professionals, underscoring MATATO’s commitment to strengthening industry capability and supporting future-readiness.
