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National Marine Dredging Company

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NMDC Corporate Brochure

Our History

Founded in 1976, the National

Marine Dredging Company
(NMDC) specialises in
dredging, reclamation and
marine construction activities
across the region.

Our History

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The company was founded under Emiri

Law No. 10, issued by the President
H.H. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan
may Allah protect him.
We became a public joint stock company in
1986, with an approximate 45% shareholding;
the remainder divided between the
Government of Abu Dhabi and various
local organisations.

Our History

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Oil & Gas Off-shore/Energy

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About Us

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Infrastructure / Real Estate

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Vision, Mission & Values

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Tourism 20

Dredging & Reclamation

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Ports 22

Marine Construction

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Logistics 24

Survey 08

Our Fleet

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Geotechnical Works & Ground Improvement

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Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE)

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Marine Logistics

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Corporate Social Responsibility 

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Contact Us

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Projects14

We are a semi-governmental entity and

have been instrumental in the economical,
infrastructural, financial, communal and
societal development of Abu Dhabi over
the past few decades.

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About Us

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Our Vision, Mission & Values

About Us

Vision, Mission & Values

Welcome to one of the Middle Easts marine

industry leaders.

Our Vision

Possessing an extensive track record of successfully completing numerous noteworthy

projects, we pride ourselves on providing flexible, cost-effective and on-time solutions for
our valued clients.
We have a strong reputation for delivering high quality projects and services, in addition
to liaising closely with shareholders to produce the best possible outcomes for clients, staff
and the environment.
Supported by an impressively large fleet of dredgers and support vessels, we have the
professionalism and motivation to operate anywhere in the world, and the capability to
overcome even the most challenging site conditions.
In all, we have raised the industry benchmark and have become a respected name in our
sphere of business.

The perfect choice where we serve.

Our Mission

NMDC will care about the environment, whilst providing best value in the services
we provide (VALUE).
NMDC will increase shareholder value by aggressively pursuing growth opportunities
that leverage our expertise in the industries that we serve. (PROFIT)
NMDC will provide its people with an environment that creates and stimulates teamwork,
innovation, diversity, learning, development and reward. (PEOPLE)
NMDC plays and active role in society, community and the environment. (ENVIRONMENT)

Our Values
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Committment

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Integrity

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Excellence

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Teamwork

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Ownership

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Dredging & Reclamation

Dredging & Reclamation

Our highly professional dredging operation has enabled us
to become the Middle Easts outstanding performer.
Applying the very latest technology allows us to exceed our customers expectations,
which in turn has resulted in remarkable expansion and new business acquisition.

Our dredging activities feature:

Capital and maintenance dredging for
ports and harbours
Artificial island construction
Beach construction
Land reclamation
Intake and outfall dredging

We are one of the regions leaders, a position

we maintain through our diverse range of
ultra-modern equipment and turnkey
solutions. Featuring 65 marine support vessels
and 14 dredgers, our fleet includes 14
cutter-suction and 3 water master dredgers,
ranging in capacity from small (1,795kW) to
our most powerful automated dredger the
Al Sadr (20,725kW).
We believe excellence is essential, thats why
we provide staff training that in turn develops a
large number of motivated and knowledgeable
dredging professionals.

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Marine Construction

Marine Construction
We have been diversifying our capabilities since 2009.
Our scope of business covers Marine Construction, and
many projects throughout the region bear the hallmark of
our sound structural quality, exemplary workmanship and
exceptional design - hence our portfolio of prestigious
developments. Numerous jetties, marinas, breakwaters
and man-made islands bear our name.

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Marine activity consists of:

Construction of breakwaters, revetments,
groyne and related rock works
Concrete armour protection
Gravity quay walls construction
Retaining walls
Diaphragm walls

Boat ramps and slipways

Sheet piling works
Tubular steel piling works
Marinas and pontoons

Our diversification into these activities has resulted in sustained and encouraging growth
for the company.

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Survey

Survey
As experts in the field, we conduct surveys before,
during and after each project. For this, we have a highly
experienced and efficient department that conducts
individual services.

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Hydrographic Survey:
Projects Logistics; transferring various
projects cargoes, materials and equipment
from source to destination.
Side Scan Sonar includes:
Detection of obstructions and other features
on the seafloor.
Gathering of seafloor classification data
e.g. texture and sampling.
Identification of sand-waves and ripples.

Magnetometer Survey includes:

Detection of contrasting levels of magnetic
susceptibility, due to the varying iron content
in the soil and rock forming minerals.
Interpretation of magnetometry results.
Geophysical Survey:
We conduct a full geophysical
interpretation, analysis and reporting of
sub-strata conditions, often supported by
supplementary seismic data, maps and
onshore borehole data.

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Geotechnical Works & Ground Improvement

Geotechnical Works
& Ground Improvement
We offer ground improvement and geotechnical
value-added solutions from concept to execution.
Results often exceed performance criteria, with
significant cost savings to client.

Vibro Compaction
The Vibro Compaction technique consists of
the use of vibro-flottes to increase the density
of reclaimed or native materials.
Vibro Replacement (Stone Columns)
An effective method used for the improvement
of soft clays, mixed clay deposits, silt, sand
and fine sand. Reduces the liquefaction
potential of fine sand when the water table is
at a shallow depth.
Surface Compaction
It consists of compaction of shallow depth
soils, which is achieved by means of an
impact/vibratory roller. This is effective for
granular soils with fine content of less than
10% or in soil that is suitable for compaction.

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Geotechnical Investigation
Cone Penetration Test
This is done before and after ground
improvement geotechnical investigations.
We are able to conduct a CPT (Cone
Penetration Test) using our in-house mobile
test vehicle. The CPT is the most common
in-situ testing method used worldwide. It
is carried out to determine geotechnical
engineering properties and soil stratigraphy.
Vibro Coring & Geophysical Survey
We offer a fully integrated capability that
includes geophysical surveys (bathymetry,
sub-bottom profiler, side scan sonar and
interpretation) and vibro coring for sand
search and sampling purposes offshore.

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Marine Logistics

Marine Logistics
NMDC Marine Logistics consists of qualified experts with
years of industry experience. The business unit provides a
wide variety of services which includes:
Project Logistics: the transferring of various
projects cargo, materials and equipment
from source to destination.
Marine Logistics & Offshore Support
Services: we own and operate a diversified
fleet of vessels and barges; including cargo
barges, positioning barges, tugs, multi-cats,
crew boats, accommodation barges and
landing craft.
Operating from a fully equipped onshore
yard, we have a state-of-the- art workshop
and a 300 metre jetty fitted with a tower
crane with a 7 tonne safe working load for
cargo handling.

The jetty acts as the main starting point for

our vessels.
Towage and barge operations: our fleet
ranges from 250 HP to 4000 HP tugs, and
from 1200 DWT to 12000 DWT barges that
transport all types of cargo and rock.
Tugs are well suited for various tasks
ranging from barge handling and general
towage to supporting dredging operations.
Our logistics department offers not only
logistics and offshore support services but
also obtains all required NOCs, port fees,
pilotage and harbour fees as per clients
request.

We are committed to offering environmentally sound, sustainable and innovative logistical

solutions to each and every one of our clients.
Other Services:
Logistics project management and
coordination
Marine technical consultation
Obtaining marine logistics technical
methodology

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Projects

Projects
Oil & gas offshore/Energy

Environment

Infrastructure / Real Estate

Ports

Carbon Black & Delayed Cocker

Habitat Island Project

Al Maryah Island Infrastructure Project

Fujairah Port

Upper Zakum Field Development

Mangroves

Al Gurm Resort

Mussafah Channel

Logistics

Das Island Development Project

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Tourism

YAS Island Beach Works

Corniche Beach

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Oil & Gas Off-shore/Energy

Oil & Gas Off-shore/Energy

Upper Zakum Field Development Project
An Environmental Management and Monitoring Plan
(EMMP) had been established and implemented by NMDC
for the project, based on ADNOC approved Environmental
Impact Assessment (EIA). This plan identifies project
significant environmental aspects especially those related
to marine environment and impose mitigation measures
during construction phase, as well as, monitoring and
auditing programs to validate efficiency of such measures
and at same time evaluate compliance with applicable
environmental legal requirements. Such measures include,
but not limited to:

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Confined dredging/reclamation processes

using DGPS to limit any potential impact to
the proposed project footprint
Pre-dredging / reclamation surveys to scan
area for marine life or existing utilities prior
to any activity
Control of dredging / reclamation velocity to
minimize silt dispersion
Installation of silt screens at locations near
to existing industrial sensitive receptors like
water intakes to comply with existing water
quality regulations

Setting, along with ADNOC/ZADCO,

seawater quality standards for compliance
purposes
Conduct weekly third party environmental
monitoring of seawater turbidity, total
suspended solids, dust and noise at
proposed sensitive receptors to evaluate
compliance against set standards.
Conduct monthly third party environmental
audits to evaluate compliance against
approved EMMP at offshore and onshore
NMDC and subcontractors facilities
New structures creating habitat for
marine life

No specific marine structures (i.e. artificial reefs) had been built during Zakum project to create
habitat for marine life; however the current four islands shoreline profile and the construction
material made of can provide a possible shelter for marine organisms especially macroplanktons drafted into the islands like seaweeds and algae; and consequently this should lead
to creation of suitable habitats for fish communities and other marine mammals.

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Infrastructure / Real Estate

Infrastructure /
Real Estate
Al Maryah Island Infrastructural Project
(Abu Dhabi Future Financial Centre)
Mubadalas Al Maryah Island is set to become a dynamic Central Business District
(CBD) as designated by the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council.
Al Maryah Island is a vibrant, 24-hour
commercial, leisure and entertainment
hub with premium office accommodation,
comprehensive transport infrastructure
and convenient connectivity. In addition to
providing a pedestrian-friendly public realm,
luxury business hotels, a unique residential
neighbourhood, retail offerings as well as
community facilities, public amenities, parks,
open spaces and extensive food and
beverage outlets.

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The Island occupies a unique location

between Abu Dhabis existing downtown
district, the upcoming developments at
Al Reem Island and Mina Zayed, and the new
cultural options on Saadiyat Island.

Scope:
We were awarded the contract for the
creation of the island, which laid the
foundation for subsequent works.
Work included: dredging, reclamation
and segregation of material and quay wall
construction.
6,087,000 m of dredged material was used
to reshape the Island and as fill material for
construction.
92,400 m dry excavation.
2,400 concrete blocks, 46,200 tonnes
in weight, 168,000 tonnes of rock of
approximately 1,450 m of precast quay
walls were installed.

Challenges:
Al Maryah Island is one of Abu Dhabis most
strategic projects.
Unique location - midpoint between the
existing downtown district, Al Reem Island
and Mina Zayed developments, also the
new cultural centre on Saadiyat Island.
The implementation and utilisation of
dredgers and equipment was a major task.
Guaranteeing on-time handing over of
the project.
Ensuring no environmental impact on the
surrounding areas.

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Tourism

Tourism
Corniche Beach Project
Abu Dhabi Municipality awarded us the Corniche Beach Development Project,
to provide a beachfront of international standards.
Stretching from the Hilton Hotel to Airport Road, approximately 4 km along Corniche Road;
Abu Dhabi Corniche Public Beach is the citys premier beach location, enjoyed by residents and
visitors alike. Work consisted constructing a 3.5 km long beach front. Approximately
3.5 million m of materials were dredged and used for the reclamation of the new beach.
Scope:
Rehabilitation of existing Corniche Beach
to extend it to Airport Road.
Dredging and shaping of sand to form
new beaches.
The beach is protected by floating barriers
and marker buoys.

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Challenges:
The project posed a significant challenge
due to its close proximity to the general
public.
The beach could not be closed completely.
Our work was closely monitored for
eco-friendliness and strictly adhered to.
Environmental controls ensured our
activities did not harm the fragile
ecosystem.

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Ports

Ports
Mussafah Channel Project
We were awarded an AED 1.5 billion contract by the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning
Council to construct the Mussafah Channel for Abu Dhabi Ports Authority. The
project played a key role in the development of Mussafah Industrial City by allowing
ships to pass comfortably.
Overview
The channel is 63.5 km long and 200 m wide,
with a depth of 9 m. The project entailed
dredging 65,000,000 m of soil, using the
latest cutting and suction dredger technology.

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One area of beneficial re-use of the dredged

material was the design and creation of a new
Habitat island.
This island was constructed using
7,000,000 m of surplus material.
It was shaped to creating an ideal habitat
for mangroves, fish, insects and birds.
This was the first project of its kind in
Abu Dhabi and set a benchmark for future
marine projects.
The island is designed in such a way that it
will shape itself naturally over time.

Scope
Dredging: 65,000,000 m of dense sand of
which 7,000,000 m is placed in the habitat
compensation island.
Rock revetments: 10,000 m of core
material and armour.
Navigational Aids: 84 buoys complete with
anchor chains and blocks with focal planes
ranging from 1.9 m to a fairway marker buoy
with a focal plane of 4.1 m.
All buoys installed are to IALA standards.

Services Diversions: diversion of 3 water

lines 2 km long, a marine telephone cable
and two power cables diverted using
directional drilling/pipe jacking methods.
Mangrove Planting: approximately 350,000
mangrove seedlings covering an area of
around 60,000 m.

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Logistics

Logistics
Das Island Development Project
We were awarded the logistics contract
by Al Naboodah to deliver construction
materials and equipment for the
development of airport facilities on the
island.
Overview
Surrounded by oil & gas fields, Das Island can
be found 220 km off the coast of Abu Dhabi.
In conjunction with the main contractor Al
Naboodah, we assisted in the construction of
a runway and airport facilities. We also played
a hand as subcontractor for the delivery of all
construction materials.

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Scope
The marine transport of 560,000 tonnes of
loose fill and processed aggregates from
RAK to Das Island.
The aggregates were transported over a
period of 6-7 months.
The provision of two RORO/landing craft to
transport loaded trucks plus general freight
from our jetty to Das Island and return for a
period of 390 days.
The provision of spud and jetty pontoon
barges at Das Island in order to secure and
offload the aggregate barges.

Challenges
DAS Island is one of the largest offshore
islands in the UAE.
All works and operations were undertaken
with extreme caution and a very high
standard of HSE, as the port is considered
a strategic export harbour.
All units that worked on the project were
vetted and approved by ADNOC PPA.
A total of 12 units worked on the project:
The project started with 7 units:
- 2 Landing craft
- 1 Spud barge
- 1 Assistance tug
- 4 towing tugs
- 4 x 10,000 tonne aggregate barges

The operations area was close to Das

Harbour a heavy traffic of inbound and
outbound vessels meant that proper
communications with all parties
was essential.
The port was under Critical Infrastructure
and Coastal Protection Authority
(CICPA) control.

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Our Fleet

Our Fleet
We maintain a modern fleet of around 70 marine support
vessels and almost 20 dredgers ranging in capacity from
small (1,795kW) to our most powerful automated dredger
the Al Sadr (20,725kW).
Fleet comprises:
Booster stations
Fuel barge ships
Marine tugs
Multi-cat craft
A-Frame barges
Support craft
Earth moving equipment

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Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE)

Quality, Health, Safety

& Environment (QHSE)
As a responsible corporate citizen we place a high value
on our employees, clients and the environment. We
actively encourage a QHSE culture within our organisation.
Quality is achieved and confirmed by
our third-party certificates, which prove
compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
The health and safety of our employees,
visitors and guests are embedded values
We strive to minimise the environmental
impact of our activities.
Our HSE policy aims to ensure safety for
the public, employees, plant, equipment
and third parties.

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Compliance with rules and regulations

facilitating training opportunities for
employees and keeping appointments
made with clients and stakeholders, result
in on-time delivery of our services.
Openness and readiness to improve are key
objectives in our day-to-day operations.

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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR)

Contact Us

All activities are directed towards the good of the

community. We focus our activities on key organisations
that we support and programmes that we sponsor,
for both societal well-being and for the environment.

Qatar

Saudi Arabia

National Marine
Dredging Company SPC
Office 209
2nd Floor, Regus Building
D-Ring Road
Doha, Qatar

National Marine
Dredging Company
SADA1 Building, Office108
Wadi Awwal St., Olaya area
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

We are proactive and strategic in addressing social and environmental issues where our
contribution will have the most impact.
Our CSR strategy programmes:

Donations: active participation in
community life

Internal Employee Support: we ensure good
and safe working conditions

Authorities: we are reliable business partner

T +974 4423-1 311

F +974 4423-1100
Bahrain
Abu Dhabi Marine
Dredging Company SPC
Office 408
Trust Tower, 4th Floor
Building 125, Road 1702
Diplomatic Area
Manama
T +973 16 500 654
F +973 16 500 501

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India
National Marine and
Infrastructure India
Private Limited
404, 4th Floor
Centre Point
Andheri-Kurla Road, JB
Nagar, Andheri-East
Mumbai-400059
Maharashtra, India
Commercial Inquiries
info@nmdc.ae
HR Department (careers)
employment@nmdc.ae

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Head Office
P.O.Box 3649, Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
T +971 2 513 0000
F +971 2 551 6500
E nmdc@nmdc.ae
www.nmdc.com