The contracts underscore shipyard expertise in complex vessel fabrication
SAFEEN Drydocks has secured two major vessel construction contracts valued at AED 1.3bn (US$ 354mn) in total, marking the largest awards secured by SAFEEN Drydocks to date and reinforcing the UAE’s growing position as a shipbuilding hub.
The first project includes the design and fabrication of four 140m multipurpose vessels for AD Ports Group, representing one of the largest maritime vessel projects to be undertaken in the UAE.
Supporting a range of cargo and logistics operations, each will have capacity for 105 passengers, up to 300 containers, including more than 100 reefer plugs, as well as high and heavy cargo, and up to 1000 cars and 100 trailers.
Nigeria offshore logistics
The second award relates to the construction of 18 specialised marine support units for Nigeria’s Oilbank Logistics Services Ltd, including tugboats and pilot boats of various sizes. These will support port operations and offshore logistics in Nigeria and represent one of the biggest international vessel programmes secured by SAFEEN Drydocks.
“Expanding in-country capacity remains strategically important, supporting industrial growth, strengthening resilience across the maritime sector, and reinforcing the UAE’s position as an emerging regional shipbuilding hub,” commented Captain Ammar Al Shaiba, CEO, Maritime & Shipping Cluster, AD Ports Group.
“This contract represents an important step in strengthening our marine operations and supporting the long-term development of our port and offshore infrastructure,” added Biodun Otunola, Executive Director–Oilbank Logistics Services.
