Grandweld to Showcase Maritime Innovation at UAE Forum

16 May 2025 CW Team

Grandweld Shipyards, a prominent fully integrated marine and offshore shipyard, will participate in the Make It In The Emirates Forum 2025 from May nineteen to twenty-two in Abu Dhabi. Celebrating over forty years in operation, the company will exhibit its shipbuilding, repair and conversion capabilities, emphasising sustainability and advanced technologies.

Industry projections suggest the United Arab Emirates’ shipbuilding output will reach USD 423.01 million in 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 3.47 per cent through 2029. Additionally, the offshore and commercial ship repair market is expected to grow to USD 802.3 million by 2031. Grandweld’s continued investment positions it to contribute significantly to the UAE’s “We the UAE 2031” vision.

At booth C3-23, Grandweld will display models of vessels across oil and gas, military, passenger transport and port services, along with interactive showcases. The shipyard’s offerings include aluminium and steel vessels, engineering and green-tech services, and infrastructure aligned with global sustainability goals.

With a strong focus on innovation and local manufacturing, Grandweld aims to support the UAE’s emergence as a global maritime leader.

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