UAE National Transport Authority Partners with NAMEPA on Environmental Summit

The United Arab Emirates is an emerging force as a global maritime center. Since 2006 is has launched its successful ship registry, developed its extensive maritime resources, and experienced continued growth in every maritime sector.

The UAE is also a leader in environmental stewardship, and will be underscoring this commitment by presenting a summit on environmental vigilance “The United Arab Emirates in the 21st Century: Working together for a greener maritime world.” The summit will take place from March 1-3 in Abu Dhabi, when global leaders will gather to discuss the current environmental regulatory framework, innovations in ship design and technologies, the impact of the financial crisis, and ways forward for industry. The summit will also include a workshop on how to take the tools of environmental vigilance and develop a program of awareness and action towards a sustainable future.

NAMEPA is pleased to be a partner in this environmental summit, which highlights the industry’s commitment to marine environment protection, and the UAE’s leadership role.

Plan to join your industry colleagues March 1-3 to explore strategies for balancing commerce and environmental stewardship. Click http://namepa.net/events.html for the brochure and registration.