Emirates Shipping Association
Committees
Become a part of our Committees and together we can drive
positive change, innovation and growth within the maritime sector.
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Join a Committee and contribute to change and growth in the maritime sector
Emirates Shipping Association is ready to take action. We’re curating committees with our fellow members to tackle challenges and define new opportunities on the issues that matter in the maritime industry. As a committee member, you can contribute to the growth and transformation of four key priorities in the maritime sector.
Each committee will research, prepare, and engage with relevant industry and government stakeholders including the Ministries of Energy and Infrastructure, Finance and the Economy, sharing insights and shaping policies. It’s a platform to influence change, foster innovation, and advance the industry’s global competitiveness.
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Advocacy for UAE Registry as a
Flag State and Global Market Positioning
Objective:
Advocate for the recognition of the UAE as a prominent flag state, positioning it as a global market leader in the maritime industry.
Plan of Action:
- Promote the benefits of registering vessels under the UAE flag.
- Explore and introduce tax strategies to enhance the attractiveness of the UAE registry.Collaborate with relevant authorities and stakeholders to strengthen the country’s standing in the global maritime market. (MOEI, MOE, MOF)
Tax Strategy
Objective:
This committee will work to explore and introduce tax strategies to enhance the attractiveness of the UAE registry.
Plan of Action:
- Work with the UAE Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure.
- Highlight challenges associated with the introduction of corporate tax for the shipping sector.
Decarbonization of
the Shipping Sector
Objective:
Contribute to ongoing conversations and initiate collaborative efforts with organizations such as: International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) for the decarbonization of the shipping sector.
Plan of Action:
- Participate in industry discussions on sustainable and low-carbon technologies.
- Explore initiatives to reduce emissions and promote the use of alternative fuels.
- Foster partnerships with ICS and other entities to drive sustainable practices within the shipping industry.
Safety
and Diversification
Objective:
Enhance safety standards and encourage diversification within the maritime industry.
Plan of Action:
- Implement safety awareness campaigns and best practices across the sector.
- Explore opportunities for diversification within the shipping and related industries.
- Collaborate with regulatory bodies to ensure adherence to international safety standards.
When you talk, we listen
If there is a project that you believe the Emirates Shipping Association should take on, feel free to drop us a message and become part of the conversation.