The two sides discussed cooperation in various areas including education and training
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, Khorfakkan-Sharjah (AASTS) has successfully commenced talks for collaboration with The Federal Transport Authority – Land & Maritime (FTA).
The move supports AASTS’ vision to strengthen the Arab maritime sector by training national cadres and providing research and development services. It also supports AASTS’ strategy to reinforce the UAE’s position as a leading maritime hub globally.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar Ismail Farag, President of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT); Eng. Hessa Al Malek, Executive Director of Maritime Transport at FTA; Dr. Ahmed Youssef, Associate Dean of Maritime Transport and Technology College, AASTS; Dr. Aysha Al Busmait, IMO Goodwill Ambassador and Corporate Communications Director at FTA and Captain Abdullah Al Hayas, Director of Maritime Affairs Department, FTA.
The two sides discussed cooperation in various areas including education and training; conducting specialised research to develop the shipping, ports and logistics services; and developing training in maritime electronic capabilities and cybersecurity for shipping and maritime operations and ports.
“AASTS plays an important role in providing the Arab World with competencies and experts in scientific research, consultancy and academic studies,” commented Eng. Ahmed Sharif Al Khouri, Director General of FTA.
“As an organisation associated with the League of Arab States, we are mandated to explore cooperation prospects to develop the economic capabilities of all Arab countries. However, our relationship with the UAE is a special one,” remarked Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar Ismail Farag, President, AASTMT.
