Drydocks World discusses bilateral issues with Consul General of Singapore
Discussions also covered Dubai Maritime City and the Singapore marine and maritime sector
Dubai: The representatives from Drydocks World, and Singapore Economic Development Board have discussed economic developments, renewal of agreements of understanding in the marine and maritime sectors, Research and Development related to foreign labour.
The discussions also covered the Dubai Maritime City and the Singapore marine and maritime sector and real-estate investments and the extent of their success.
This came during a visit of Cheong Ming Foong, the Consul General of Singapore, along with Khalil A. Bakar, Centre Director Middle East of the Singapore Economic Development Board.
Khamis Juma Buamim, Chairman and Dr. Markus Voege, VP - Operation and Production of Drydocks World and Maritime World, welcomed the delegation at Dubai Maritime City.
“We have had a very special relationship with Singapore and are committed to the development of the maritime industry there. This visit will further strengthen our resolve. DDW-PaxOcean has worked on significant projects that would define next generation maritime and oil and gas activity. We are contemplating on future co-operation in areas such as implementation of new initiatives by renewing existing agreements, sharing know-how on a regular basis about maritime clusters and mixed-use developments, increasing investments and employing highly skilled workforce and other pertinent issues that would facilitate economic and trade in Singapore,” said Khamis Juma Buamim, Chairman of Drydocks World and Maritime World.
The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is the lead government agency for planning and executing strategies to generate investment in Singapore and in the development of the country as a key global economic destination. The mission is to create for Singapore, sustainable economic growth with vibrant business and good job opportunities. Drydocks World through DDW-PaxOcean operates a yard in Tuas, Singapore, and is contributing to establishing and deepening strategic activities in Singapore to drive maritime business, innovation and talent.
