Dubai has 401 active licences in fisheries sector

Dubai has 401 active licences in fisheries sector

DUBAI / WAMA report issued by the Business Registration & Licensing sector of Dubai Economy states that the emirate of Dubai has 401 companies in fisheries sector. This reflects Dubai's focus on strengthening the marine and aquaculture wealth as one of the pillars of economic, social and environmental development that contribute significantly to supporting national food security. The companies that work in the fisheries sector cover diverse activities including: Fishing, Marine Animal Catching; Sea Based Aquaculture; Pearl Cultivation; Fish & Crustacean Farming; Land Based Aquaculture; Aquaculture Post-Harvest Services; Operations of Aquaculture Hatcheries; Fish & Seafood Canning & Preserving; Fish & Seafood Freezing; Fish & Seafood Processing Vessels; and Fresh Fish & Marine Animals Trading among others. Established in 2013, Fish Farm is one of the leading fish farms in the UAE with a focus on marine fish breeding and hatchery to support the local aquaculture industry and reduce the UAE's dependency on fish imports. The farm can produce five types of fish at the same time by providing the suitable environment. Fish Farm produces nearly 30 per cent of the total domestic demand for sea bream, sea bass, hammour, salmon and the famous Japanese yellowtail king fish, which contribute to