The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Maritime Authority of Dubai Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC). This partnership marks a significant stride by improving the regulatory framework for maritime business operations, aiming to enhance efficiency in the sector.
The MoU establishes a streamlined and cohesive procedure for acquiring the necessary authorizations for maritime vessels through the Dubai Maritime Authority. TDRA is focused on simplifying the process of granting wireless device authorizations for recreational marine vessels exceeding 10.6 meters in length, in addition to all classes of commercial marine vessels operating within the territorial waters of the UAE.
H.E. Eng. Majed Sultan Al Mesmar, Director General, TDRA commented, “Our collaboration with Dubai PCFC aligns seamlessly with our shared objectives, in harmony with the “We the UAE 2031” vision and the directives of our wise leadership. These goals emphasize the imperative of synergizing efforts to establish a cohesive digital ecosystem that fosters a knowledge-based society and economy at the national level. We highly value the dedication of PCFC officials in leveraging TDRA’s role as enabler of digital transformation. We affirm our unwavering readiness to collaborate with both federal and local entities in all projects and initiatives aimed at shaping the envisioned digital future.”
Sheikh Dr. Saeed bin Ahmed bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, Executive Director of Dubai Maritime City Authority, confirmed the MoU with TDRA. He indicated that the registration and licensing of marine vessels are subject to assessments to verify their compliance with approved technical specifications and adherence to maritime standards, requirements, and regulations. These measures are crucial for ensuring the safety of the vessels’ users.
This partnership aligns with a significant expansion in the UAE’s maritime industry, marked by rising requests for licenses and wireless device permissions. This surge in demand requires regulatory processes to be more efficient than in the past. Through this collaboration, stakeholders in the maritime sector can expect a smoother, efficient, and trouble-free licensing procedure.
