1,574 new marine vessels were registered in Dubai during 2024

The Dubai Maritime Authority, affiliated with the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, revealed that the number of new marine vessels registered in Dubai during the past year 2024 reached 1,574 new marine vessels, while the number of marinas available in the emirate reached 20 marinas containing thousands of berths of various sizes. Most of them are distinguished by their ability to accommodate luxury yachts.

The Dubai Maritime Authority stated to Emirates Al-Youm that the total number of registered marine vessels reached 7,853 marine vessels by the end of 2024.

The Dubai Maritime Authority aims to develop and regulate the maritime sector and maritime activities in Dubai, in accordance with the best international practices applied in this regard, in coordination with the relevant authorities, stressing its commitment to enhancing the emirate’s vision and raising its status as a global maritime trade centre.

The Authority works to enhance the principles of transparency, support fair competition, protect the interests of those involved in the maritime sector, encourage the use of clean fuel and green technologies, as well as develop the technical infrastructure to improve the efficiency of maritime operations and enhance maritime safety by intensifying efforts in inspecting ships and maritime facilities. To ensure compliance with international and local safety and security standards.

The Dubai Maritime Authority aims to facilitate the customer’s journey by reducing the number of required documents, through electronic linking with other concerned authorities, such as the digital ID, in addition to reducing the service completion time, and completely dispensing with field visits to customer happiness centers, where most services are provided. And pay the required fees through the organization’s website and call center.

Dubai Marine relies on the use of the latest digital solutions that enhance the efficiency of operations, which contributes to reducing operational costs and improving customer satisfaction levels. It also adopts modern technologies in its operations, including “secure documentation” and “logistical tracking,” in addition to “Internet of Things” technology. » Which allows real-time monitoring of ship movement, cargo conditions and environmental factors, as well as artificial intelligence, which plays a major role in maintenance and improving operations.