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delivered FNSA 7, are equipped with real-time remote monitoring
systems and full digitalisation packages. These technologies support

predictive maintenance and continuous performance tracking,
helping reduce downtime and improve overall vessel reliability.

Can you tell us more about your foray into military vessel
construction and how you see this segment evolving in terms of

scalability and innovation?

With the Middle East military vehicles market estimated at
US$34.25bn in 2025 and expected to reach US$46.49bn by 2030, at a
CAGR of 6.3%, our transition into the defence sector has been both

timely and impactful. We have secured US$65.8mn across 15
shipbuilding projects within the GCC and successfully delivered 12
vessels, underscoring our position as a trusted partner for both
commercial and defence clients.

Our initial military supplies, including a 45m Fast Attack Craft and a
17m Interceptor Vessel, met stringent defence standards and
showcased our technical expertise, highlighted by the Interceptor’s
surface drive propulsion system and the Fast Attack Craft’s precision
performance.

Building on this momentum, we made a strong statement at NAVDEX
2025 with the unveiling of two advanced naval security platforms. One
was the FA-400 Offshore Patrol Vessel, co-developed with ADSB and
EDGE for ISR, zone surveillance, and rapid-strike operations. The other

one was a 21-meter high-speed, lightweight Patrol Vessel designed for
coastal defence.

Defence clients are now increasingly demanding modular vessel
designs that allow multi-mission reconfiguration, integrated sensor

suites, and hybrid propulsion systems. Our future roadmap includes
expanding our defence portfolio with vessels offering enhanced
automation and mission flexibility, ensuring Grandweld remains at
the forefront of naval innovation amidst an evolving geopolitical

landscape.

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