DMCA introduces marine water craft licensing service in Dubai

Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) has announced the launch of the Marine Craft Licensing Service in Dubai during a press conference held on Wednesday, September 25, 2013, in the presence of dignitaries and industry experts.

The first-of-its-kind launch complements the Resolution No. 11 of 2013 to issue Implementing Regulations (IR) of Resolution No. 11 of 2010 for licensing of marine crafts in the emirate of Dubai. This move is set to create a secure and vibrant maritime industry in line with the Dubai Maritime Sector Strategy (MSS) aimed at developing, regulating and promoting the industry to ultimately position Dubai as a first-class international maritime hub.

DMCA further revealed that the licensing of recreational, commercial, sports, tourism and traditional marine crafts in the regional waters represents a comprehensive regulatory framework to ensure the highest levels of maritime safety, secure navigation and operational efficiency along the coastline.

The service enables marine craft owners to complete the licensing process through a single point agency - DMCA - instead of having to visit several authorities, making the process easier, simpler and faster.

The new service covers the issuing of licenses for all types of marine crafts and crew upon verifying their compliance with Dubai’s technical specifications, maritime safety systems and local environment-friendly requirements. DMCA also has the capacity to issue relevant resolutions and regulations governing nautical activities in territorial waters, including water craft refuelling, diving, rescue missions, marine trans-shipment and many more.

During the event, Amer Ali, Executive Director, Dubai Maritime City Authority, said: “The implementation mechanism of marine craft licensing in regional waters which is in line with the Implementing Regulations is of particular importance to the Dubai Maritime Sector Strategy, which is aimed at positioning the industry as a key contributor to excellence and leadership, as per the wise vision of our government. Unveiling an integrated package of industry licensing services underlines DMCA’s approach to launch advanced maritime initiatives that are poised to lay down solid foundations to boost the industry’s competitiveness.

"This will also create an integrated, secure and sustainable maritime environment that will be able to respond effectively to market changes and emerging trends by attracting regional and international investors to leverage Dubai’s rapidly growing footprint as a key player in the global maritime landscape.”

 

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