With the opening of the new training institution GL Academy Dubai, classification society Germanischer Lloyd (GL) caters to the rising demand of maritime seminars for the Middle East shipping community.
GL Academy is Germanischer Lloyd's advanced training institution in the maritime sector. The first seminar in Dubai will be held in January 2009, a seven-day course entitled 'Certified Coating Inspector according to IMO PSPC'. Further 12 more topics are scheduled for 2009.
"The maritime industry in the Middle East is growing rapidly in ship repair, conversion and ship building," said Hans-Ulrich Schulze, Head of the GL Academy.
"Over the past few years GL Academy has developed a large number of seminars, which are tailor-made to the demands of shipowners and shipyards. Dubai will enhance this activity with additional resources such as tutors and more frequent number of seminars.
"Dubai Maritime City is a manifestation of Dubai's commitment to become a central maritime hub in the region," said Ashraf El Sherbiny, GL's Country Manager.
By Staff Writer
© Emirates Business 24/7 2008
