Kongsberg Maritime has been awarded a contract to upgrade the waterjet propulsion systems on 13 vessels operated by the Kuwait Coast Guard, in partnership with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), reinforcing their
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Kongsberg Maritime has been awarded a contract to upgrade the waterjet propulsion systems on 13 vessels operated by the Kuwait Coast Guard, in partnership with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), reinforcing their ongoing collaboration in the region’s naval sector.
Under the agreement, ADSB (a member of the Edge Group) will install Kongsberg Kamewa waterjets across the fleet, replacing existing third-party systems on ten vessels and retrofitting three others. The project includes the delivery of 13 shipsets of S63-4 waterjets, jet control systems (extended), and power packs, with installation scheduled to take place from the first quarter of 2026 to first quarter 2027.
The upgraded systems will enhance the operational performance and reliability of the Kuwait Coast Guard’s fleet, which is currently undergoing a mid-life upgrade at ADSB’s facilities.
“This project is a testament to our customer-centric service approach and technological leadership,” said Jouni Raatikainen, executive vice president – global customer support at Kongsberg Maritime. “By working closely with both
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