AD Ports Group, Asry to collaborate on strategic Bahrain maritime projects

13/06/2025 03:34 AST

AD Ports Group, the exclusive developer and regulator of ports and related infrastructure in Abu Dhabi, has signed three agreements with the Arab Shipbuilding & Repair Yard Company (Asry) for collaboration on strategic maritime and ports projects in Bahrain.

These new agreements follow the successful establishment of Asry Marine, a joint venture between Noatum Maritime, part of AD Ports Group's Maritime & Shipping Cluster, and Asry, focused on providing integrated marine services in Bahrain.

The signing took place in the presence of Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty's Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, Kingdom of Bahrain, Chairman of Bapco Energies.

The first Head of Terms (HoT) pertains to a joint venture to manage drydock facilities and shipyards. The JV aims to leverage the capabilities and facilities of each party through their established businesses in this sector.

This agreement seeks to enhance drydocking and shipbuilding capabilities within the GCC and explore opportunities in other regions.

Additionally, both parties signed a second HoT with a third party, JM Baxi, an India-based well-established business specialising in marine services, ports, logistics, and technology.

This agreement focuses on creating green ship recycling facilities to promote a circular economy by repurposing parts and minimising waste, thereby reducing carbon emissions.

Green recycling in the shipping industry involves the environmentally responsible dismantling and repurposing of ships, contributing to resource conservation and pollution reduction.

JM BAXI is actively involved in promoting and implementing sustainable practices in this area and supports the implementation of the Hong Kong Convention (HKC), a global standard for responsible ship recycling.

The final HoT signed by AD Ports Group and Asry relates to exploring joint investment opportunities within ports and terminals. Through the creation of a collaborative framework and a working group the parties will draw on their joint expertise to identify prospective areas of development.

AD Ports Group Managing Director and Group CEO Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi said: "Following the successful formation of our recent joint venture with Asry, we look forward to deepening our collaboration across the maritime realm. We have already developed strong working ties, and this agreement opens the door to create more value and growth across our operations."

"Exploring opportunities to establish green ship recycling facilities is also very important for us, ensuring that vessels are retired in a safe and environmentally responsible manner," he stated.

Asry CEO Dr. Ahmed Al Abri said: "We are proud to enhance and expand our strategic partnership with AD Ports Group through these new agreements. By combining our shared expertise and advanced infrastructure, and in line with global shifts in the maritime industry, we aim to strengthen our capabilities in drydocking and shipbuilding across the GCC and beyond."

"We also look forward to developing green ship recycling capacities and entering a vital new field in port management and operation. These initiatives reflect our ongoing commitment to a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and driving growth in the maritime sector," he noted.

The new areas of co-operation strengthen both parties' maritime capabilities and reach, while the focus on green ship recycling highlights a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, driving innovation and industry growth, he added.

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