Iraq Sends Karbala Dredger to Kuwait for Dry Docking and Maintenance
Shipping Arabia, November 3, 2026 – The General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI) has dispatched its Karbala dredger to Shuwaikh Port in Kuwait for dry docking as part of its approved technical maintenance plans aimed at maintaining the operational readiness and efficiency of its marine fleet.
The dredger, operated by GCPI’s Marine Dredging Department, departed Iraqi waters through the department’s service berth, heading to Kuwait to undergo the required dry-docking works.
The operation forms part of the company’s ongoing maintenance and rehabilitation program, which focuses on preserving the operational capabilities of its marine units and ensuring their continued availability for maritime operations.
Karbala Dredger Dry Docking Supports Fleet Readiness
The Karbala dredger’s dry docking in Kuwait forms part of GCPI’s broader efforts to maintain the technical condition and operational performance of its marine equipment.
Under the company’s approved maintenance plans, the dry-docking works are intended to support the dredger’s continued serviceability and ensure its return to operations with high levels of efficiency and readiness.
The program reflects GCPI’s focus on maintaining its marine assets through planned technical work and ensuring that maintenance activities are completed according to established requirements.
Transport Ministry Oversees Marine Fleet Maintenance
The maintenance and rehabilitation activities are being monitored by Iraqi Minister of Transport Wahb Al-Hasani and GCPI Director General Abdullah Ati Abdullah.
Their oversight covers the company’s maintenance and rehabilitation programs, which aim to sustain the operational performance of its marine units and improve their overall efficiency.
The Karbala dredger’s departure for Kuwait represents one of the activities undertaken within these plans, with the company emphasizing the importance of maintaining the technical readiness of its marine fleet.
Marine Dredging Department Emphasizes Technical Compliance
Mohammed Latif Mohammed, Director of GCPI’s Marine Dredging Department and a senior marine chief engineer, emphasized the importance of adhering to approved technical and administrative instructions throughout the dry-docking process.
He stressed the need to complete all required work in accordance with established plans to ensure the dredger can return to service with high operational efficiency and readiness.
The company’s approach focuses on completing the necessary maintenance and rehabilitation activities while maintaining compliance with its technical and administrative requirements.
The Karbala dredger’s dry docking at Shuwaikh Port forms part of GCPI’s continued efforts to sustain the performance of its marine units and maintain their readiness for ongoing operations.
Source: Iraqi Ministry of Transport / General Company for Ports of Iraq
