Dubai, December 18, 2008: A team of personnel from Dubai World Security, the security solutions arm of Dubai World, successfully completed the highly professional Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Powerboat Training provided by Bluesail LLC, the Middle East's leading maritime training company based in Dubai.

Mahmood Amin, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai World Security, received the Bluesail/ RYA certificates on behalf of his team at a presentation ceremony. The internationally recognised RYA training aimed at equipping Dubai World Security personnel with powerboat operational skills that meet the highest maritime standards.

Mr. Mahmood Amin said the training was in line with Dubai World Security's policy to ensure excellence in its services. "We thank Bluesail for the high class RYA training it provided for our personnel. Dubai World Security is particular that its security marine team is most well equipped in all sectors of operation. Maritime protection has become an important area of our service because of the new waterfront developments in Dubai. Bluesail's training will help us maintain our qualitative edge in service delivery," he added.  

Laura Muir, Director of Bluesail, said: "The Dubai World Security team worked hard and focused from day one of the course. Their objective was obviously not merely to pass the exam, but to excel in the powerboat skills. Their dedication was shown in the 100 per cent pass rate for the team. We were delighted to work with Dubai World Security on this project and we will continue to work together on related maritime safety and security issues to ensure that a highly skilled team is in place monitoring and patrolling the numerous island developments in Dubai."

Dubai World Security provides turnkey security solutions across the Dubai World group. Its Maritime Security team is an established provider of marine security, leading the way in protecting Dubai's many offshore developments. The company was awarded ISO 9001:2000 certification in recognition of its commitment to continuous quality management and improvement of the services and operations.

Dubai World Security's network of operation covers various areas, including port, marine, industrial, building, commercial, technical, patrolling, events, logistics and intelligence. The company ensures that all emergency measures are tested and put into place at the various sites so that no threat to life or property occurs.

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