Dubai announces new regulations for jet ski and boat rentals – News

All companies must comply with new rules by October 31, 2023 to avoid penalties

The Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA) has issued new regulations and requirements for companies and individuals engaged in the rental of jet skis and boats for use in water sports.

According to Circular No. 13 of 2023 issued on May 11, the authorities have made it mandatory for all companies renting motorboats and boats to install tracking and remote control systems.

The newly formed body, which governs, coordinates and oversees all aspects of the emirate’s maritime sector, requires companies to program jet skis according to speed-limited zones.

In addition, the authority said trainers must hold training certificates in the safe use of personal watercraft designs or water sports. The permit will be issued by Dubai Maritime Authority.

All companies have until October 31, 2023 to comply with the new rules to avoid penalties.

“In case of failure to comply with the above, after the deadline, the authorities will take all necessary actions based on penalties and fines,” it said.

According to Law No. 3 of 2023 on the Dubai Maritime Authority issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the DMA is tasked with introducing new regulations to Strengthen departments and adopt global standards. The new directive, which comes into force on 1 May 2023, will provide DMA with a clear data-driven understanding of local sea container charges and related practices.

Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, executive director of Dubai Maritime Authority, said: “As regulators of the emirate’s maritime sector, we are eager to continuously develop the industry and strengthen our partnerships with the private sector.”

DMA earlier this month issued Directive No. 1 of 2023 on the transparency of local sea container charges in Dubai, requiring all service providers to declare their local sea container charges to DMA through the secure Dubai Trade Single Window Portal.

All service providers are prohibited from increasing their existing ocean container charges in any way. Service Providers may strictly increase their ocean container charges to reflect new or increased authority, port operator or government charges, provided such increases do not include any charges or amounts in their account.