Jinan Shipyard signals intent to build and repair tugboats

“This agreement with Lloyd’s Register is a testament of our ambition to set new benchmarks in shipbuilding excellence,” said Jinan Shipyard chairman Jumah Abdulla JA al-Muraikhi.

“By leveraging Lloyd’s Register’s global expertise and our advanced facilities in a Qatar free zone, we are creating a foundation for innovation and growth that will benefit the entire maritime ecosystem in the region.”

Jinan Shipyard is located over a 28,000 m² plot at Um Al Houl Free Zone in the northern section of Hamad Port, near Doha, with a purpose-built marine factory and yacht warehouse covering 2,049 m² and an outside area and docks for work on multiple vessels. It has 24 outdoor storage bays, a 300-tonne travelling crane and a 2,300-tonne synchro-lift system.

Jinan Shipyard can create detailed designs and 3D models based on client requirements and uses them to build bespoke vessels.

Hulls and components are assembled, and engines, systems and interiors installed using modern technology, before inspections and sea trials to ensure compliance with class.

“Our collaboration represents an important milestone in our efforts to strengthen Qatar’s maritime ecosystem,” said Lloyd’s Register business development manager for Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain, Kamal El Fassi.

“By combining our global expertise with Jinan Shipyard’s growing capabilities, we are helping to shape a future of safer, smarter and more sustainable shipbuilding across the region.”

A joint steering committee will guide the implementation of the MoU for collaboration and transparency throughout the partnership. The agreement, which runs until December 2026, includes provisions for renewal by mutual consent.

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