Jadaf Dubai, one of the oldest ship repair yards in the Arabian Gulf area and a part of Drydocks World Group marked World Environment Day 2010 by organising a 'Clean Jadaf Dubai Drive'.
The environmental drive was attended by Hamad Al Maghrabi, Jadaf Dubai Managing Director who delivered the opening speech. Hamad Al Maghrabi said: "Jadaf Dubai believes that corporations have a responsibility towards the environment and communities they operate in. The United Arab Emirates has one of the largest per capita carbon footprints in the world. It is our duty to not only encourage sustainable actions and environmental awareness but also to bring about a change in the mindset of local communities. On our part, we are spreading the awareness and call for action to be green. There are many ways to do something positive for the environment – organise and initiate clean-up drives, recycle, car-pool, conserve water, turn off appliances and lights when not in use and always be mindful of the environment."
Khalid Salem Selaiteen, Head of Environmental Emergency Office, Dubai Municipality, gave the closing ceremony speech. He spoke about the effects of our actions on the environment and how we all need to work as one global family to help protect the earth.
Employees of Jadaf Dubai, Drydocks World and officials and guests from internal companies based in Jadaf Dubai also took part in the clean –up drive including "Irrigation Trade Middle East", Grandweld, Al Bwardy, Goltens, Blue Sea, Royal Boats, Arc Marine to mention a few.
Abela Catering has been participated as co-sponsor in this campaign.
World Environment Day on 5 June 2010 is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action.
Jadaf Dubai, which began operations in 1978, provides comprehensive maintenance and repair services to owners of small and mid-sized vessels, large wooden boats, luxury yachts and cruise ships.
