ADSB, Kongsberg Maritime Receive Waterjet Refitting Contract for Kuwait Coast Guard
Kongsberg Maritime, a global provider of advanced technology solutions for the maritime industry, has been awarded a contract to upgrade the waterjet propulsion systems on 13 vessels operated by the Kuwait Coast Guard, in partnership with EDGE Group entity Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB).
Under the agreement, ADSB 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 (Q1) of 2026 to Q1 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.
The upgrade project follows a strategic decision by the Kuwait Coast Guard to shift from refurbishment to full replacement, recognising the lifecycle benefits and operational enhancements offered by Kongsberg Maritime’s latest waterjet systems.