The UAE Federal Customs Authority (FCA) and Dubai Customs have signed an agreement for delivery of inspection devices to Dubai Customs in its quest to implement the latest and best inspection and control standards.

The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed by Mohammad Juma Nasser Boussaiba, Director-General of the UAE FCA and Ahmed Mahbooh Musabih of Dubai Customs.

The FCA will also provide training for Dubai Customs staff on how to use the new devices, plus the regular maintenance.  

The signing of this MoU is part of Federal Customs Authority’s strategy to enhance borders and entries following the directives of our wise leadership, Boussaiba said.

“It’s also part of the new responsibilities in control and inspection given to the Authority under law (8) in 2015,” he added.

Boussaiba pointed out that supporting all local customs departments is a priority and to help them integrate will help sustain security and facilitate trade further.

Borders and entries worldwide, and in the Arab World in particular are facing increasing challenges. Smugglers are innovating new ways and this puts customs apparatuses in front of big challenges, he added.

“Part of our plan is to furnish all customs entries with the latest and most advanced scanning and inspection devices throughout 2017 and 2018. This will include mobile and fixed devices that will be used to check containers and vehicles, plus drug and explosives detection devices, vehicles, luggage and body scanning devices. The package will include Ionscan 500DTwhich fills the growing need of security professionals to have the ability to detect a wide range of substances and to be able to adapt as threats and their needs change.” Boussaiba explained.

“This complies with the directives and vision of our wise leadership to achieve the highest global ranks. The new devices will sustain security further at all national customs entries, with the region witnessing more turbulences and challenges. Advanced technology can help maintain security and protect its valued assets,” Musabih said.

Musabih applauded the role the Federal Customs Authority plays in advancing customs procedures and processes in the UAE.

“Dubai Customs implements the latest practices and innovations to support legitimate trade and enhance its control,” Musabih explained. – TradeArabia News Service