International Maritime Industries (IMI) and Lamprell have signed an agreement to manufacture offshore structures, including production platforms and jackets, at IMI’s shipyard in Ras Al-Khair, Saudi Arabia.
The deal forms part of an offshore Engineering, Procurement,
Construction and Installation project led by Lamprell.
It marks the first time such structures will be manufactured
at IMI’s shipyard and strengthens the companies’ strategic partnership.
The agreement also supports Saudi Arabia’s efforts to expand
local maritime manufacturing capabilities, promote knowledge transfer and
advance the development of a more competitive, diversified and sustainable
maritime sector.
Abdullah
Al-Ghamdi, Chief Executive Officer of International Maritime Industries, said: “This
agreement is a defining step in IMI’s journey beyond new build and repair of
rigs and ships. By taking on the fabrication of offshore structures for the
first time, we are demonstrating the depth and versatility of our capabilities
and reinforcing our role as a diversified, world-class industrial partner to
Saudi Arabia’s energy sector. Being entrusted with this scope is a strong
validation of our fabrication track record, and we look forward to delivering
the same quality and reliability our partners have come to expect from IMI.”
Ian
Prescott, CEO of Lamprell, commented:“IMI is an important strategic partner for
Lamprell, and as a founding shareholder, we are proud to support the continued
development of its yard in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This agreement allows
us to draw on Lamprell’s extensive offshore EPCI and fabrication experience
while supporting the continued development of IMI’s capabilities and sharing
our expertise in the Kingdom. We look forward to building on this important
relationship to further develop capabilities in the Kingdom and support its
offshore energy ambitions.” -TradeArabia News Service
