As lead sponsor of NAVDEX, Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) plans to have a total of 3 vessels on display dedicated to naval defence and maritime security, along with a 120 sq.m. stand reflecting the organization’s broader service and refit offerings.

“ADSB’s manufacturing, repair and re-fit capabilities are fast establishing Abu Dhabi as a regional hub in the naval defence industry,” said Ian Pike, Acting CEO.

“From our base in Abu Dhabi, ADSB successfully provides products and related services to defence decision makers across the GCC and beyond. NAVDEX 2013 is key in helping us reach out to our existing clients, build relationships with new ones and discuss developments in this fast moving industry,” Pike added.

ADSB vessels on display at NAVDEX this year include the MRTP16 High-Speed Interceptor, 27m Ghannatha Class Missile Boat (photo) and 72m Baynunah Corvette. Built from high-tech composite materials including kevlar and carbon fibre, the 26 tonne high-speed interceptors reaches speeds in excess of 65 knots.  They are powered by MTU engines driving Arneson Surface Drives, have a crew of 5 and are used for quick response missions.

Manufactured in marine grade aluminium alloy, the 45 tonne Ghannatha Class Missile Boats reach speeds in excess of 40 knots. Powered by MTU engines and Rolls Royce Waterjet propulsors, the vessel can be offered in various configurations as a fast troop carrier, mortar boat, gun boat and missile boat.

The largest Abu Dhabi-built vessel on display at NAVDEX will be the 72m Baynunah Corvette. Designed in conjunction with ADSB’s strategic partner CMN of France, these vessels represent the very latest in naval capability.  They are manufactured in steel (hull) and aluminium alloy (superstructure) and have a maximum speed of 30 knots thanks to a quad MTU engine installation and triple Rolls Royce waterjet configuration.  

The corvette is also fitted with a plethora of weapons systems including three types of missiles and two types of guns.  It is fitted with the very latest technology sensors and communications suites.  The vessel is also capable of handling a five tonne naval helicopter and has also been designed to be fitted with a hangar as well as the HELO Deck.

Abu Dhabi Ship Building Company (ADSB) is a leading provider of construction, repair and refit services for naval, military and commercial vessels. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE and established in 1996, ADSB was originally formed to support the repairs and refits of UAE Navy vessels and now has a portfolio of construction and  refit projects worth over AED 3 billion (820 million US$)

ADSB is 40% owned by Mubadala, 10% by Abu Dhabi’s government and 50% publicly traded on the UAE’s stock exchange.

Organised by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company in coordination with the UAE Armed Forces GHQ, NAVDEX will take place at Abu Dhabi’s National Exhibition Centre from the 17-21 February 2013.