Drydocks World Sees a ‘Fruitful Year’ Ahead

Friday, February 25, 2011

According to a report from the Khaleej Times, Drydocks World, Dubai World’s shipbuilding unit, sees a ‘fruitful year’ ahead after a tough 2010 and will deliver good results amid signs of positive indicators and stable environment globally, its top official said. The Drydocks World Chairman said he is optimistic about the 2011 due to lot of positive indicators on economic front.

(Source: Khaleej Times)

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