Certification is recognised by the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) and the UK Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS)
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA), the maritime education and training arm of AD Ports Group, announced today that it has rolled out a Maritime Logistics Certificate, the region’s first integrated certificate allowing trainees to work on a broad spectrum of maritime economics and shipping industry modules.
This certificate comprises four core/mandatory units, including the Introduction to Shipping, Economics of Sea Transport & International Trade, Shipping Business, and Legal Principles in Shipping Business. These core units prepare the groundwork for the learner to take up the fifth specialisation from the following twelve specialist units: Port Agency, Liner Trade, Dry Cargo Chartering, Tanker Chartering, Port & Terminal Management, Ship Sale & Purchase, Logistics & Multi-modal Transport, Ship Operations & Management, Marine Insurance, Shipping Law, Shipping Finance, and Offshore Support Industry.
Dr. Yasser Al Wahedi, Director of Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy, said, “We are proud to launch this Certificate, the first of its kind in the region, which aims to equip learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies in maritime economics and the shipping industry across planning and implementation of solutions, responding to complex problems and performing independently across a wide range of functions without guidance.
“This certificate, recognised by the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) and the UK Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), is designed to meet the needs of both individuals who are new to the maritime logistics industries with a need to acquire new skills and knowledge for better employment opportunities, as well as those who are currently working in these industries and wish to elevate their skills and knowledge to a higher level,” he added.
The Certificate programme spans 600 hours, comprising 450 hours of classroom/ online teaching, 150 hours of assignments, case studies and presentations spread over 30 weeks. Bachelor’s degree holders in any discipline, or with a minimum of twelve years of structured education or Advanced Level (A-Level) or equivalent standard of education are eligible to apply for the programme. On successful completion of the four mandatory units and one specialist from the 12-list unit, a Certificate in Maritime Logistics will be issued by ADMA and recognised by MoE.
About AD Ports Group:
Established in 2006, AD Ports Group today serves as the region’s premier facilitator of logistics, industry, and trade, as well as a bridge linking Abu Dhabi to the world. Listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX: ADPORTS), AD Ports Group’s vertically integrated business approach has proven instrumental in driving the emirate’s economic development over the past decade.
Operating several clusters covering Ports, Economic Cities & Free Zones, Maritime, Logistics, and Digital, AD Ports Group’s portfolio comprises 10 ports and terminals, and more than 550 square kilometres of economic zones within KIZAD and ZonesCorp, the largest integrated trade, logistics, and industrial business grouping in the Middle East.
AD Ports Group is rated A+ by S&P and A+ Outlook Stable by Fitch.
About Maritime Cluster
The Maritime Cluster is part of AD Ports Group, an integrated portfolio of world-class ports, economic zones, maritime, logistics and digital businesses driving the growth of international trade. The Maritime Cluster provides a competitive trading environment with world-class trade, logistics, technologies, and advanced infrastructure that delivers efficiencies for our partners and customers. It comprises the largest portfolio of subsidiaries, offering integrated and tailor-made solutions and services that cater to customers’ needs onshore and offshore. These subsidiaries include: SAFEEN Maritime Services, SAFEEN Shipping (SAFEEN Feeders, SAFEEN Transshipment, and Alligator), SAFEEN Offshore (SAFEEN Subsea, DIVETECH, and OFCO), Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy, and Abu Dhabi Maritime, the custodian and regulator of Abu Dhabi’s waterways.
About Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy
Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA), part of AD Ports Group, is a centre of excellence within the UAE’s maritime industry, providing a turnkey solution for its training and educational needs.
The Academy boasts leading-edge maritime simulators and teams of highly qualified, skilled, and internationally experienced instructors who deliver a variety of courses to prepare and equip the next generation of maritime officers in the UAE and wider region.
