Shipyards ABS in JDP with N-KOM A pioneering joint development project (JDP) between ABS and Qatar’s N-KOM will examine how techniques developed by ABS for its industry leading programme of remote survey of vessels in service can be applied to surveys and inspections in the shipyard. Remote inspection technologies will be applied to six Class surveys for this trial, to test how they can then be used to verify the required survey or inspection by ABS Surveyors to optimise scheduling and minimise downtime for the shipyard, the vessels and ABS. The JDP will examine how remote techniques can be carried out on rudder clearance inspection, stern tube weardown inspection, rudder plug opening inspection, boiler safety valve testing, fit-up inspections prior to welding and final weld visual inspection of non-critical items. N-KOM Chief Executive Officer Damir Glavan said, “As one of the leading shipyards in the Middle East, N-KOM is committed to provide value-added services and solutions to our customers. In this spirit, we have worked closely with ABS to develop the remote inspection technique which would enhance our operational efficiency during the vessel repair and maintenance process. This will enable us to meet Class inspections requirements and fulfil our delivery commitment to clients while upholding our commitment to provide safe, time-saving and quality services.” “We are taking our leadership in remote survey of operational vessels and applying that experience and insight to the shipyard. Together with our partners, we are committed to advancing safety and efficiency to augment surveys after construction with the application of the latest digital techniques. The potential of these technologies is significant and while we will begin with these initial six survey items, over time, as the approach is proven, we can potentially expand the scope,” said Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior Vice President, Global Engineering and Technology.
The N-KOM yard in Qatar
The shipyard in Bijela
DDW to assist Bijela shipyard Montenegro’s The Adriatic 42 Company, which intends to transform the former Shipyard in Bijela into a premium location for the overhaul and maintenance of superyachts, enjoys the full support of the Government of Montenegro. “We are pleased that, in the first weeks of the new Prime Minister’s term, we were given the opportunity to present the project plan of the Consortium comprising Adriatic MarinasPorto Montenegro and Drydocks World Dubai (DDW). Our main goal is to make Bijela recognised as a location where mega and super yachts can receive premium service. It is important to us that the Prime Minister himself, as well as his team, understands the importance and perspective of the project, which will, without doubt, change the economic and tourist situation in Montenegro,” said the President of the Board of Directors of Adriatic 42, Dr Rado Antolović. As Antolović announced at the meeting, the company Adriatic 42 has so far invested €40m in the project. “Such an important project implies the best possible equipment. That is why we procured a 180 m floating dock, which is 37 m wide, with 10,000 tonnes lifting capacity, allowing it to accommodate the world’s largest yachts. Also, in addition to the dock and numerous other investments, we have procured a new 720 tonne capacity travel lift, the largest in the region. Our main task and goal is to bring reliability and high technical standards for all our clients in the future, through smart investments,” said Antolović.
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In a conversation with the Prime Minister and the line minister, Antolović announced that over 20 people from Montenegro have currently been employed on the project, while the number will constantly grow. “Our goal is for many local experts from various fields to get their opportunity and give their expert contribution. We know what tradition the former Shipyard in Bijela had, and we want to use all the professional potential and jointly transform this place and return it to its former glory. Also, we have already established co-operation with numerous local contractors, who will also be part of this great story for Montenegro,” stated Antolović. The President of the Board of Directors of Adriatic 42 stressed at the meeting that special attention will be paid to environmental protection, as new and modern equipment will enable more energy efficient business and smart use of alternative energy sources. As Antolović concludes, the vision of the Adriatic 42 Company has definitely been endorsed, as acknowledged by the President of Montenegro, Milo Đukanović, who also gave his full support to the project.
New appointments at ASRY Bahrain’s ASRY has recently celebrated working women in conjunction with the International Day for Women in Maritime, in appreciation of women’s distinguished role and remarkable contributions to the maritime industry. Attended by ASRY’s Managing Director, representatives
