The fully integrated shipyard completes vital deliveries in short turnaround times
Grandweld Shipyards, the UAE-based shipbuilding, ship repair, and engineering solutions specialists, has successfully completed the construction and delivery of 10 boats for one of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation’s (KPC) subsidiaries, Kuwait Oil Company (KOC).
Following an agreement in May 2017, Grandweld constructed a grand total of 6 Pilot boats and 4 Crew transport boats for KOC.
The completion of this contract marks a significant milestone for Grandweld, as the shipbuilding company was able to construct and deliver the majority of agreed upon deliverables ahead of time.
Upon the commencement of the construction phase in September 2018, Grandweld proceeded to deliver the first of 10 boats in December 2018, and the final boat in July. Grandweld also managed to deliver multiple customized vessels on their specified timelines with outstanding performance in terms of high speed, sea keeping and passenger safety and comfort.
“Each of the delivered boats was designed to exceed the needs of KOC, and similarly built in accordance with Lloyd’s Register latest technology for classification standards to provide the highest operational efficiency and safety,” affirmed Jamal Abki, General Manager of Grandweld Shipyards.
“These boats will offer an added dimension to our operations as we continually pursue excellence in all that we do. We are extremely appreciative of Grandweld’s commitment to meeting the agreed upon deadlines,” remarked Sami Al-Sawagh, Marine Operations Manager, KOC Group.
