Marine Consulting

IBIACO has established itself as a premier consultancy in the marine industry, providing comprehensive valuation and advisory services for ships, marine vessels, infrastructure, and related assets. Our expertise spans techno-commercial feasibility studies, port and shipyard development advisory, and strategic consulting across various marine sectors.

We specialize in delivering cost-effective shipping research and techno-commercial feasibility studies for Greenfield projects, conducting market analysis, business diversification, and expansion projects across diverse marine segments. These include Ports & Harbours, Cruise Terminals and Marinas, Marine Logistics Studies, Market Demand Assessments, Shipbuilding and Repair Yards, financial viability analysis, business planning, and corporate structuring.

The GCC countries, historically renowned as maritime hubs, have long relied on the marine industry as a cornerstone of their economies, livelihoods, and cultural heritage. Strategically positioned at the crossroads of East-West maritime trade routes, the maritime sector has played a pivotal role in the GCC economies. The shift in global trade dynamics, particularly towards the East with emerging giants like China and India, has significantly increased shipping and container traffic through the region. This trend underscores the region's critical role in international trade flows.

Looking forward, the maritime industry anticipates robust growth, driven by expanding export markets within MENA and Sub-Saharan Africa. GCC countries, buoyed by substantial oil revenues, are investing significantly in expanding their ports to accommodate rising business volumes. Major port expansion projects include the USD 10 billion Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi, the USD 7 billion Doha Port Phase One, Kuwait's USD 410 million Bubiyan Port, Oman's Duqm Port, and the expansions of Salalah Port and Fujairah Oil Terminal.

The GCC's extensive hydrocarbon resources and burgeoning oil exports further reinforce regional ports' importance as key hubs for tanker movements and international maritime trade. These developments position GCC ports to enhance their global stature as pivotal maritime hubs.

At IBIACO, we are committed to leveraging our expertise and insights to support the marine industry's growth trajectory in the GCC and beyond. Our strategic consulting services are tailored to help clients navigate the complexities of the evolving maritime landscape, ensuring sustainable success and strategic advantage in a dynamic global market.