DSAA was established in 1999, by a group of prominent shipping agents, with the encouragement of local ports & customs authorities.

The Dubai Shipping Agents Association is a non-profit organization and not engaged in any commercial activity. It provides a forum for members to pool information.
Objectives:
• Promote the joint interests of the shipping agents’ community in Dubai.
• Foster / strengthen the relations and co – operation between shipping agents, the customs authorities and other governmental, national and international trade organizations.