Dubai, Jan 28th, 2012 (WAM) -- Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA), the government entity in-charge of regulating and supervising all aspects of the maritime sector in Dubai, has announced its support to the Dubai International Boat Show 2012, which will take place from March 13 to 17, 2012, at the Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi.
As a specialized pavilion exhibitor, DMCA aims to raise awareness on the role of the maritime authority in supporting the development of a safe and highly developed maritime sector in Dubai. DMCAs pavilion will provide a presentation of Dubais best practices in boating, and introduce various safety procedures for marine applications that are being enforced by the maritime authority. Provisions concerning the boating community in the newly unveiled Strategic Plan for developing Dubais maritime sector will also be presented by DMCA, as well as those that focus on the development and regulation of the maritime sector, which ultimately aim to enhance Dubais position as a leading destination in the international maritime industry, said a release. DMCA will also conduct presentations about the regulations that have been introduced to maintain the high levels of safety and ensure environmental protection in Dubais waters, along with best international practices adopted by the emirate in line with Dubais Maritime Strategic Plan. The authority will also unveil new awareness campaigns during the Boat Show, targeting recreational boating enthusiasts in Dubai. These initiatives are being developed by the maritime authority in collaboration with various industry-related organisations as well as the Dubai Port Police. Amer Ali, Executive Director of DMCA, said: "Dubai International Boat Show is one of the most prestigious and largest networking events for stakeholders in the regional recreational boating and yachting industry, presenting an excellent platform to discuss and create greater awareness about DMCAs ongoing initiatives and long-term strategic plans. Moreover, Dubai is increasingly becoming the regions leading maritime hub and there is certainly a growing interest in DMCAs role as the regulating and supervising entity in the emirates boating sector".Copyright Emirates News Agency (WAM) 2012.
