Abu Dhabi, 19 February 2025: EDGE entity Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), a regional leader in the design, new build, repair, maintenance, refit, and conversion of naval and commercial vessels, and Intermarine (IMMSI industrial group – IMS.MI), a world leader in design and manufacture of minehunter vessels for the mine warfare and seabed surveillance, survey ships, patrol boats and fast ferries, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference of Abu Dhabi – UAE (IDEX 2025).
The agreement establishes the foundation for future collaborations between ADSB and Intermarine, bringing together their expertise to design and build military and commercial vessels. By leveraging their combined capabilities, the partnership aims to create new business opportunities in the local and international markets with advanced technological solutions.
The deal was signed by Mr. David Massey, CEO at ADSB, and Mr. Livio Corghi, CEO of Intermarine, on the third day of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2025), being held at Abu Dhabi, UAE until the 21st of February.
The International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2025) is a leading global defence event which showcases cutting-edge defence technologies, bringing together major industrial players globally. Decision-makers from the defence industry, government agencies, and armed forces, gather at this forum to foster collaboration among international defence entities
Speaking on the occasion, David Massey, said: “This agreement marks an important step in strengthening ADSB’s capabilities through strategic partnerships. By working closely with Intermarine, we can leverage our combined expertise to enhance our offerings for customers in the UAE and beyond. This collaboration reflects our shared ambition to drive innovation in shipbuilding and deliver advanced maritime solutions tailored to evolving operational needs.”
Livio Corghi commented: “We are pleased to sign this agreement, which lays the foundations for a future structured cooperation between the two companies. By combining our strengths and leveraging synergies, we aim to create added value and deliver technologically advanced solutions. This collaboration also represents our commitment and intention to strengthen our position in the UAE.”
EDGE
Launched in November 2019, the UAE’s EDGE is one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.
With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 35 entities into six core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Space & Cyber Technologies, Trading & Mission Support, Technology & Innovation, and Homeland Security.
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ADSB
Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB) is the regional leader in the new build, repair, maintenance, refit and conversion of naval and commercial vessels, and runs one of the most advanced shipyards in the region with a successful track record spanning almost a quarter of a century. Part of the Platforms & Systems cluster of EDGE, ADSB plays a key role in increasing the UAE’s naval defence capabilities and in keeping the UAE’s maritime fleet in prime operational condition. The company is also involved in the civilian energy sector, providing fabrication, maintenance and refurbishment services for static offshore energy infrastructure. As an ambitious market leader, ADSB is striving to make a global impact and shape the future of the industry by delivering innovative and dependable solutions that bring added value to clients and other stakeholders, both military and civilian.
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Intermarine
Intermarine is an Italian shipyard that develops, designs and manufactures military and civilian vessels as well as naval systems and components. A world leader in the specific sector of Mine Countermeasures Units, it has produced Minehunters for the world's most prestigious Navies with a strong vocation for export (in addition to Italy, it has manufactured Minehunters for the USA, Australia, Finland, Algeria, Malaysia, Thailand and Nigeria). Distinctive factor is the ability to develop, design, build and test the ships according to the customer's needs, studying the best technical solution in terms of materials. The design of Intermarine’s products is developed by the technical department with the support, for specific aspects, of the most renowned Italian and international companies. Intermarine invests significant resources in innovation for the benefit of future production programs. The quality management system, a fundamental operating principle for Intermarine, is rigorously applied in all phases of ship design, construction and production.