The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, UAE, has launched the ‘Sail Safely’ initiative, as part of its ongoing efforts to protect the marine environment, enhance maritime safety and security, as well as protect people’s lives. The initiative includes an intensive training programme for captains of leisure and fishing boats to ensure that they adhere to the highest standards of operation in the sector, avoiding maritime accidents and protecting people’s lives.
Through this free-of-cost programme, started earlier in August 2021, the Ministry aims to increase safety among boat and leisure vessel owners since a large number of marine accidents are caused by small boats that are devoid of technologies that ensure safe sailing.
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UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure launches ‘Sail Safely’ initiative