Abu Dhabi Ports said its offshore logistics service provider, Offshore Support and Logistics Services Company (Ofco Offshore International), said it has signed a strategic agreement with Mammoet UAE, a branch of the global engineered heavy lifting and transport services company.

Launched early this year, Ofco operates under Safeen Group, Abu Dhabi Ports marine services arm, and is one of the largest cost-efficient providers of onshore and offshore integrated logistics solutions and subsea services in the GCC.

Holding extensive experience in marine service solutions and a diversified fleet with experience in offshore logistics and supply chain management, the companys one-stop-shop offering is ideal for meeting the complex logistical requirements of customers within the oil and gas, energy, and offshore markets.

As per the deal, Ofco will be working closely with the heavy lift and transport specialist Mammoet
to create a unique integrated package of on and offshore turnkey transport and installation solutions for projects in the GCC.

Captain Maktoum Al Houqani, Chief Corporate Authority Officer and Head of Maritime Cluster, Abu Dhabi Ports, said: "The newly-announced collaboration marks a critical milestone in Abu Dhabi Ports ongoing efforts to foster an integrated logistics ecosystem catering to our commercial and industrial customers every need."

"By combining each organisations expertise and resources, we can complement each others service offering and explore potential operational and logistical synergies, which would allow us to create an integrated, cost-effective solution for the major project market within the GCC and beyond," he added.

Initially targeting UAE-based projects with future ambitions to venture further into the GCC, Ofco and Mammoet will leverage their respective maritime, engineering, and logistical expertise, together with strategic positioning, infrastructure, and in-house assets, to create a joint value proposition that is both flexible and competitive.

This in turn will not only provide customers with a streamlined, flexible, and cost-effective solution for handling their heavy cargo transport needs but will also enable them to partner with a single service provider, rather than having to rely on several subcontractors to meet their supply chain requirements.

Mammoet CEO Paul van Gelder said: "At Mammoet, we always look for ways to improve the efficiency of projects for our customers. The strategic alliance with Ofco is a testament to that, as our collaboration will reduce the number of interfaces within the logistics chain of projects, enabling the planning and operations to be streamlined, and therefore realising the most efficient and cost-effective approaches."

Launching a regional head office in Dubai back in 1974, Mammoet has been delivering efficient and cost-effective solutions for engineered heavy lifting and transportation projects across the Middle East for almost 50 years.

"Mammoet maintains the largest fleet of heavy lifting equipment in the world, and so is well-positioned to scale its service in response to any challenge," stated van Gelder.

"We look forward to bringing this enhanced offering to clients in the GCC, as part of this strategic partnership," he added.

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