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DUBAI (ALETIHAD)
Dubai secured the top spot in the Arab world and ranked 11th globally in the 2024 Leading Maritime Cities (LMC).
Notably, this ranking marks a two-spot increase for the emirate compared to the previous report in 2022.
Dubai’s impressive showing as a maritime centre received due recognition in an international report launched recently in Singapore by DNV and Menon Economics, companies specialising in evaluating maritime capitals worldwide.
Dubai's rise in the Leading Maritime Capitals index for 2024 is attributed to five key factors: shipping centres, maritime technology, ports and logistics, attractiveness and competitiveness, as well as financial and legal aspects, as explained in the report.
It also underscored Dubai's accent on green technology in the maritime sector.
Chairman of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), His Excellency Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, expressed pride in the achievement, attributing it to the efforts of the Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA) within PCFC in enhancing Dubai's leading position on the global maritime map.
The visionary leadership and guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the constant support from His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, were instrumental in every success Dubai notched on the global stage, he added.
#Dubai ranks first in the Arab World and 11th globally in the 2024 Leading Maritime Cities report. Dubai’s impressive showing as a maritime centre received due recognition in an international report launched recently in Singapore by DNV and Menon Economics, companies specialising… pic.twitter.com/PPbkqTrT23
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Strategic Plans and Initiatives
His Excellency Bin Sulayem noted that the Dubai Maritime Authority spearheads Dubai’s progress on this front through a comprehensive range of strategic plans and initiatives aimed at enhancing the maritime sector's competitiveness, serving as a key driver for sustainable growth and development.
Additionally, he praised the specialised teams working within the PCFC for playing an integral part in the accomplishment that adds to Dubai’s many notable firsts and inspires its quest to continue striving for global excellence and enhancing maritime services.
Furthermore, he expressed his appreciation for the efforts of all partners involved in achieving the milestone, emphasising the PCFC’ efforts in strengthening strategic partnerships between Dubai and leading global maritime hubs, fostering effective dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of best international practices in research, development, innovation, and maritime services.
Innovation Focus
Executive Director of the DMA, Dr. Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed bin Khalifa Al-Maktoum, reiterated the Authority's commitment to leveraging research, development, and innovation to enhance integrated logistics programmes in keeping with the highest professional safety standards, best environmental practices, and local and international regulations, positioning Dubai as a global leader.
“This is a clear indication of the effectiveness and efficiency of Dubai Maritime Authority's comprehensive development strategy. Dubai's achievements in the Leading Maritime Capitals index reflect its strength and economic attractiveness, distinguishing its position as a global hub for security and stability, leading in advanced areas of security, technology, financial matters, and green technology,” he explained.
