DUBAI — Emirati Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail Al Mazrouei has said that the UAE took swift action in containing the fire at Jebel Ali Port, showcasing its robust responsibility to control maritime accidents and manage risks."We appreciate and commend the efforts of the teams who contributed to containing the fire that broke out at 11:55 pm on Wednesday (July 7) due to a blaze onboard the container ship "Ocean Trader," he said in a media statement on Thursday. At the helm of the rescue operations were the DP World, UAE Region team, the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority and personnel from the Dubai Civil Defense and the Dubai Police, he added, noting that the evacuation procedure of the ship’s crew and workers on the berth was carried out promptly. While containing the fire and ensuring no fatalities, the rescue team also took the necessary safety measures to ensure that there were no radioactive materials on the ship, the Minister said. "This robust response comes as a result of years of pro-active planned preparation in developing world-class infrastructure in the ports and marine facilities in the UAE," he added. "Our primary aim is to place safety first, in addition to investing heavily in early warning systems and immediate communication with civil defense teams and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority."