ASRY Delivers Bahrain’s First Self-Propelled Bunker Vessels to Bapco
The Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company hands over two new 5,000 DWT bunker vessels to Bapco Refining in a.
The Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company (ASRY) has completed the construction and delivery of two self-propelled bunker vessels to Bapco Refining, a subsidiary of Bapco Energies. The milestone was celebrated during an official ceremony held on Wednesday, attended by representatives from Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, along with executives from both companies.
The event included the signing of the delivery protocol by Sayed Mahmood Al Matooq, Executive Vice President of Technical Services and Engineering at Bapco Refining, and Dr. Ahmed Al Abri, CEO of ASRY. A video presentation outlined the project’s key phases, from initial design to final delivery, followed by an inspection of one of the vessels to demonstrate its operational features.
The construction process covered all stages, including design, engineering, launching, outfitting, commissioning, technical testing, and performance trials. Crew training was also conducted to ensure the vessels met operational readiness standards before handover. Dr. Al Abri highlighted the achievement, stating that the delivery “demonstrates ASRY’s capability to execute and manage integrated marine construction projects across their various stages, from operational readiness to final delivery in line with approved technical and operational requirements.”
Comprehensive Project Execution: ASRY
He also acknowledged the collaborative efforts of ASRY’s teams and Bapco Refining, which contributed to the project’s success. The completion of this initiative reinforces ASRY’s expertise in shipbuilding while complementing its established role in ship repair and industrial services.
The project’s success strengthens ASRY’s position in the regional maritime industry and supports the growth of Bahrain’s broader industrial and shipping sectors. By meeting the technical demands of Bapco Refining, the yard has demonstrated its capacity to handle complex marine construction projects, paving the way for future opportunities.
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