<p>An informative two parts workshop was hosted on 8th October at the Dubai Chamber's main office. Speakers at the event included Omar Omar, UAE Head of Transport and Insurance, Saif Al Mobideen, Associate and Nawfal Al Jourani, Director of Communications (Dubai Maritime City Authority). The first session was on Vessel Finance and Marine Mortgages in the UAE, while the second session provided the attendees with an overview of the maritime claims and enforcements procedures on ships and rigs. As prevention is seen to be better than cure, this event was organised to address the key issues that members of the industry face in the maritime sphere, whilst sharing best practice.</p>