The 3rd Annual Pest Management Conference, organised by Pest Terminators Ltd, was held at the Manhattan Business Hotel, Male on 29 May 2024. The event was attended by over 100 industry professionals and highlighted the growing importance of sustainable pest management practices in the Maldives.
Themed “BE THE CHANGE: Integrating Sustainability, Innovation and Technology in Pest Management for a Greener Tomorrow”, the conference focused on the pivotal role of sustainability, innovation and technology in the future of pest management. Prominent speakers included:
- Stephen L. Doggett – Head of Medical Entomology, NSW Health Pathology, Westmead Hospital, Australia
- Dr. G. Veera Singham– Senior Lecturer/Principal Investigator, Centre for Chemical Biology, University Science Malaysia
- Cheong Chin Ho, PhD (TAMU), BCE – Director, Institute for Medical Molecular Biotechnology (IMMB), Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Teknologi Mara
- Raja Mahendran – International Pest Business Consultants, Sydney, Australia
- Dr. Kevin Gorman – Chief Development Officer, Oxitec Limited, UK
- Sundaraj Rajaraman – Regional Manager, India and Southeast Asia, Clark International LLC, USA
- Ujjwal Kumar – Global Project Manager, E&G Pathway, India
Among our esteemed guests are Guest of Honour, Minister of Agriculture and Animal Welfare, Dr Aishath Ramira; and Ranga Goonawardene High Commissioner of Sri Lanka. , Mr. Adam Azim, Mayor of Male City CouncilTheir presence highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts to promote sustainable pest management practices.
The event highlighted the importance of sustainable pest management practices, innovative technological advancements, and knowledge sharing among experts from around the world. Participants gained valuable insights and strategies for implementing sustainable solutions in pest control.
A notable highlight was the announcement of the achievements of the Pest Terminators. Carbon neutral, This makes the company the first company outside the resort sector in the Maldives to achieve this milestone, underscoring the company’s environmental responsibility leadership in the pest management industry.
The Maldives, with its delicate ecosystem and thriving tourism industry, benefits greatly from conferences such as this one that promote sustainable practices. Attendees included resort division heads, food hygiene inspectors and representatives from government agencies such as the Health Protection Agency, the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Defence.
Pesterminators Pvt Ltd is a leading sustainable pest control company in the Maldives, providing quality solutions for homes, resorts, hotels, restaurants and businesses. With sustainable integrated pest control and all four ISO certifications, Pesterminators ensures effective pest control while protecting the environment. Partnerships with industry leaders and a commitment to the latest technology have made the company a pioneer in providing reliable solutions. Serving over 40 establishments, Pesterminators continues to revolutionize the industry with their sustainable approach.
The conference concluded with a strong call to action to intensify efforts towards sustainability and innovation in pest management, encouraging all participants to strive for a greener and healthier tomorrow.
