Drydocks World launches a major expansion of the southern plaza

Drydocks World has officially opened its “South Yard” expansion, a 75,000 square meter, multi-million dollar, state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance manufacturing capabilities and enhance the company’s leadership in engineering projects and the construction of complex marine and wind structures worldwide..

This expansion contributes to increasing manufacturing capacity by 40% and raising the capacity of the southern plaza by 25%, enabling Drydocks International to handle several huge projects simultaneously..

The new southern yard features the largest loading and unloading dock in the Middle East and Africa region, and is equipped to handle structures weighing up to 37,000 tons. This advanced infrastructure enables Drydocks International to meet the growing demand for energy transformation projects and provide innovative marine solutions around the world..

Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DP World, said: “The expansion of the southern plaza underscores Drydocks World’s commitment to innovation and sustainable growth. With the rising demand for advanced energy solutions globally, this facility will enable us to enhance Our leadership in the field of renewable energy infrastructure, and in setting new standards for operational excellence, as the company aims, through this expansion, to contribute to enabling the future of the marine and coastal industries“.

The southern yard is equipped with advanced technologies including robotic cutting machines, automated computer numerical control systems, and heavy rolling machines, which improves manufacturing accuracy and efficiency. .

This facility accommodates approximately 3,000 workers per day, and is designed to complete complex industrial projects that include: Conversion of floating production storage and offloading vessels, construction of offshore platform decks, and construction of high-voltage AC or DC conversion platforms for offshore wind markets.

A 5,000-ton floating crane is also expected to be in service by 2026, enhancing the South Yard’s ability to handle large and complex projects..

Dr. Captain Rado Antolovic, CEO of Drydocks World, said: “The expansion of the southern yard represents a quantum leap for Drydocks World, as it enhances our ability to implement several complex global projects simultaneously, with a focus on smarter logistics services, along with efficient execution.” Taking into account high standards of health, safety, security and the environment, the facility will be a basis for the transformation in the energy field and to meet the accelerating and changing requirements of the market “.

In line with Drydocks World’s vision towards sustainability, the “Southern Plaza” relies entirely on clean energy derived from the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which contributes to significantly reducing the facility’s carbon footprint, in addition to full compliance with environmental standards. Global. The facility is designed to support green energy infrastructure, while integrating sustainable practices into all its operations, reflecting a comprehensive vision and integrated approach that enhances responsibility towards the environment..

On the other hand, Drydocks International aims to consolidate its position as a leading global provider of engineering, procurement and construction work, combining advanced technology with a highly skilled workforce and a focus on sustainability, to meet the evolving requirements of the global energy sector..

Rado Antolovic added: “This expansion goes beyond just an increase in capacity. It confirms our commitment to innovation, operational excellence and transformation in the field of energy, by integrating advanced technologies and sustainable practices that enhance our presence to support global decarbonization goals and increase value creation for our customers.”“.