Kuwait orders new vessels
The Kuwait Ministry of Defence has ordered new vessels from Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), the company announced on 24 January. The company has signed a 22 month £50 million contract for the work.
Eight landing craft and high speed protection vessels of varying sizes and capabilities will be designed and built by ADSB under the contract. According to the company, the vessels will be delivered fitted with 'state-of-the-art equipment, technology and advanced protection capabilities'.
The vessels are being acquired to improve the security of Kuwait’s maritime environment, giving the country the ability to protect its territorial waters and maritime facilities from threats.
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