Grandweld Shipyards, a leading fully integrated shipyard within the maritime and offshore industries, has become the first shipbuilding company in the Middle East to harness solar energy on a large scale to meet its energy requirements.
The company currently generates 50 % of its energy needs through renewable sources following the successful completion of Phase One of its ambitious solar panel project, underscoring its commitment to the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Emissions Strategy 2050.
Grandweld is well-positioned to achieve its ambitious goal of becoming a 100 % green shipyard by the end of next year by meeting 100 % of its energy needs through renewable sources, setting a new benchmark for sustainability in the shipbuilding industry.
Greener future
“As the first shipbuilding company in the Middle East to adopt renewable energy on this large scale, we are pleased to lead the change in creating a cleaner, greener future for the maritime industry. We encourage other companies in the industry to follow us and contribute to a sustainable world,” commented Jamal Abki, General Manager, Grandweld Shipyards.
In the next phase of this innovative project, Grandweld plans to exceed its internal energy requirements and contribute energy to support the UAE’s commitment to building a sustainable future.
Grandweld’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond solar energy. The company’s shipyard incorporates advanced energy-efficient features, such as light-sensitive building systems, to minimise its environmental impact, and adheres to eco-friendly construction principles, a press communique concluded.
