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Al Etihad
11-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Department of Municipalities and Transport issues Regulatory Bylaw for Maritime Safety in the Waterways of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi
11 July 2025 20:46 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has introduced the Regulatory Bylaw for Maritime Safety in the Waterways of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, featuring a wide range of regulations designed to ensure the safety, sustainability, and responsible use of the emirate's noted that Abu Dhabi has around 45,000 square kilometres of water bodies, with a coastline of approximately 2,400 kilometres, including 230 islands, making Abu Dhabi's maritime sector vital to its economy, environment, and way of life. The new rules establish clear, consistent standards for all waterway usage, including commercial and recreational bylaw sets out responsibilities for maritime stakeholders, detailing licensing requirements, operational conduct, environmental obligations, and emergency response duties, among other provisions. It also places a special emphasis on marine environmental protection, with regulations aimed at preventing pollution and preserving Abu Dhabi's rich natural Dhabi Maritime, in collaboration with the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), a DMT affiliate, will serve as the implementing body for many of the regulations. Abu Dhabi Maritime's responsibilities include inspections, wreck removal, infrastructure monitoring, and the installation of navigational Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Acting Director General of the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), said: "These regulations demonstrate Abu Dhabi's commitment to upholding the highest safety standards across all mobility sectors, including the vital maritime sector. Through this integrated regulatory framework, we aim to improve the efficiency of maritime operations, safeguard the environment, promote the safe and sustainable use of our waterways, and offer our services to users, to support our vision for a safer and more sustainable future.'These regulations enshrine responsibilities for all waterway users, ensuring the safety of everyone on our waters and protecting the ecosystems that sustain us. By implementing unified standards and empowering oversight, we are laying the groundwork for a more resilient, world-class maritime sector.' In support of these new measures, a structured system of maritime service fees and fines has been established. Fees will apply to licenses, permits, and inspections, while violations of the regulations, including unsafe behaviour, environmental breaches, and non-compliance with navigation rules, may result in financial penalties. The maritime safety regulations will take effect once they are published in the Official Gazette of Abu Dhabi emirate.
Al Etihad
08-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
In collaboration with the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), Abu Dhabi Maritime launches 3rd Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards
8 July 2025 17:13 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)In collaboration with the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), Abu Dhabi Maritime has launched the third edition of the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards, to take place during the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show on 20 November Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards aim to set benchmarks for excellence in marina management and operations throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye (MENAT) and to highlight their exceptional work. Submissions are now open to all licensed marina owners or operators throughout the MENAT Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Acting Director General of the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), said: "The launch of the third edition of the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards represents a significant milestone in our efforts to establish an integrated framework that enhances marina operations and encourages the adoption of best practices across this vital sector. Through this collaboration, the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) reaffirms its commitment to supporting initiatives that align with Abu Dhabi's urban development and economic diversification goals, while advancing the quality of maritime services in line with the emirate's vision for a modern and sustainable infrastructure. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with partners to further elevate the maritime sector."Capt Saif Al Mheiri, CEO of Abu Dhabi Maritime and Chief Sustainability Officer at AD Ports Group, said: 'We had a tremendous response to the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards last year, with triple the number of submissions we received in the programme's first edition. With this expansion to 13 total awards categories and one special recognition, we hope to bring even more global attention to the exciting work and ideas across the regional marina industry. We look forward to seeing participating marinas' achievements this year and to sharing them with the world.'Returning to the third edition are the five categories recognising exceptional performance by marinas in Customer Experience, Employer Excellence, Health & Safety, Innovation, and Sustainability. The Outstanding Marina award goes to the marina that has shown distinction across all five this year are six project and individual-based award categories to supplement the awards' six existing accolades for marina organisations.A seventh new category, Outstanding Emerging Marina, will become the programme's second top honour. Designed specifically for small and medium enterprises, it has the same criteria as the Outstanding Marina category but is limited to marinas with 200 or fewer Marina and Outstanding Emerging Marina award applicants are automatically considered for the five organisational sub-categories. However, to ensure equitable opportunity for all participating marinas, winners of the top two honours will be excluded from wins in additional organisation-based new project-based categories will reward the most impactful marina Sustainability Project, Innovation Project, and Wellbeing Project. These awards give marinas a chance to showcase a single standout programme or initiative. These categories are designed to recognise targeted efforts with demonstrated success, rather than organisation-wide three new individual categories will celebrate the people making a difference in the regional marina industry. With the Outstanding Leader Award, Outstanding Service Hero Award, and Rising Star Award, the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards aim to acknowledge the managers and workers who inspire their colleagues, customers, and the returning Most Popular Marina recognition will also feature in the programme's 2025 edition. Later this year, members of the public will be invited to cast their votes for their favourite marina through a tamper-resistant online portal. For more information on the awards programme, criteria, and application and assessment processes, visit:
Khaleej Times
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
UAE: Ban on heavy vehicles to Abu Dhabi Island via Al Maqta Bridge
Starting June 16, heavy vehicles will be prohibited from entering Abu Dhabi Island via Al Maqta Bridge. The decision aims to maintain traffic flow. These vehicles can use an alternate route via Musaffah Bridge, Abu Dhabi Mobility announced. Such restrictions are often seen in the emirate as part of efforts to improve safety and ease traffic. Earlier, the authorities announced that heavy vehicles would not be allowed to use Abu Dhabi's roads during certain hours, which constitute peak traffic times. Abu Dhabi
The National
05-06-2025
- Business
- The National
Eid Al Adha holiday: Free parking and no toll fees in Abu Dhabi
Public parking will be free and road toll charges will be lifted in Abu Dhabi for the Eid Al Adha holiday. Abu Dhabi Mobility - the authority responsible for public transport in the capital - confirmed that surface parking fees would be halted from Thursday until Sunday. Paid parking charges will resume on Monday, the authority said in a post shared on social media. Drivers will not be charged for using Abu Dhabi's Darb road toll system during the same period. Road toll charges will be reactivated on Monday, as public and private sector employees return to work after the long weekend. Authorities last week announced the Eid Al Adha holiday would run from Thursday, when Arafat Day is observed, until Sunday. Eid Al Adha, which begins on Friday, means 'festival of the sacrifice' and is the second of the two Eid holidays celebrated around the Arab world, coming after Eid Al Fitr. Eid Al Adha commemorates how the Prophet Ibrahim was asked by God in a dream to sacrifice his son, Ismail, as a test of his faith. As with other religious holidays in the Emirates, it is a time for friends and family to gather, often over meals, and reflect on their lives and faith. Eid Al Adha around the world - in pictures
Zawya
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) urges owners to abide by the guidelines for managing multi-storey parking in private buildings
Abu Dhabi – In its ongoing effort to improve the parking system and enhance quality of life in the Emirate, the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, continues to enforce the guidelines for managing multi-storey parking in private buildings—whether residential, commercial, or mixed-use. This is carried out in accordance with Abu Dhabi's Parking Regulation Law No. (18) of 2009 and its corresponding executive regulations. This directive aims to improve compliance with the law by raising awareness among residents and property owners about the importance of following the approved management system. It seeks to ensure fair and efficient parking distribution without adding financial burdens or going beyond the Emirate's regulations. This system is designed to ensure the optimal use of parking spaces within buildings and to achieve a fair allocation that allows residents to fully benefit from these spaces without incurring any additional costs. Priority in allocation is always given to residents. Abu Dhabi Mobility oversees the implementation of this system through on-site inspection teams that monitor compliance with the laws and regulations, provide guidance to residents and property owners, and take legal action, including issuing fines, in cases of non-compliance. The parking allocation system varies according to the type of building. In residential buildings, one free parking space is allocated per apartment, starting with larger units and moving down to smaller ones. In cases where apartments are of the same size, priority is given to longer-term residents. In residential buildings constructed before the issuance of the law, one free parking space is allocated per apartment, starting with units that have the highest number of rooms and proceeding to those with fewer. If multiple units have the same size, priority is given to residents with longer tenancy. In mixed-use buildings that include both residential and commercial units, one free parking space is first allocated to each residential unit following the same order, while the remaining spaces are distributed among the commercial and service units based on their size, starting with the largest. In commercial buildings, free parking spaces are allocated to occupants of commercial and service units according to floor area, from largest to smallest. For buildings constructed after the issuance of the law, the technical requirements outlined in the executive regulations of Law No. (18) of 2009 apply. These regulations specify the number of parking spaces required for each building type, based on its designated use and total area. Abu Dhabi Mobility also highlighted the importance of property owners complying with regulations by not leasing or using parking spaces outside the legal framework without prior approval from the relevant authority, especially in buildings where the number of spaces exceeds residents' actual needs. It also emphasised that parking spaces must be allocated without imposing any additional fees or charges on residents, to protect their rights and ensure fair distribution. It is worth noting that users can view the full details of the parking allocation process by visiting the Abu Dhabi Mobility website at For enquiries or to submit complaints or feedback, they can also contact the Department of Municipalities and Transport's Service Support Centre on the toll-free number 800850. About Abu Dhabi Mobility: Abu Dhabi Mobility is the brand identity launched by the Integrated Transport Centre, an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, that is aligned with Abu Dhabi's ambitious vision to rank among the most advanced cities in the world, and deliver a safe, smart and sustainable mobility ecosystem across the Emirate. Abu Dhabi Mobility 's mandate includes overseeing land transport, aviation and maritime activities solidifying its commitment to shaping the future of mobility in the region. Abu Dhabi Mobility will harness technology, innovation, and sustainability to accommodate the Emirate's growing population, redefine urban living, and meet future mobility needs.
