Maritime Transport Department of Kuwait starts operation in leased building

KUWAIT CITY: The Maritime Transport Department at the Ministry of Communications resumed its operations in the building temporarily leased to them by Kuwait Ports Authority until the problem between them and the ministry is resolved in the upcoming meeting between the undersecretary and the director general of the Ports Corporation; as the latter disconnected electricity from the department’s premises on Sunday and demanded for immediate evacuation, as well as payment of KD 550,000 rent arrears, reports Al-Rai daily.

On the other hand, work resumed temporarily in the Transport Administration where the Registration and Maritime Affairs Control Section received dozens who applied for new license or renewed licenses for small ships, jet ski and others.

A delegation from the daily visited the administration, during which they were briefed on the workfl ow and they noticed as well the presence of more staff to complete transactions.

An official source confirmed that the administration handles more than 14,000 files for small ships; indicating it receives 80 to 100 references per day and this number usually increases during summer.
He pointed out that most transactions for renewing licenses require the submission of a copy of the civil ID, insurance for the ship, examination and fees; affirming the administration has several examination centers in Fahaheel, Doha, Sharq and the Yacht Club.

He stressed the need to renew the license on time to avoid paying a fine of KD100 after 90 days from the date of expiration, pointing out the grace period of three months is enough for completion of renewal procedures.