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ASRY, Bahrain’s leading shipyard, has confirmed that Andrew Shaw has taken up his new position as chief executive, as the company enters its 40th year of operation. He re-joins the company after previously being general manager of the ASRY Offshore Services division from 2009 to 2014.
“I’m honoured to be given the chance to lead not only one of Bahrain’s leading employers and industrial pillars, but also one of the world’s most reputable shipyards,” Mr. Shaw said, while acknowledging the challenging position the company is in. “The yard faces difficult market conditions, strong competition, and the constant challenge of optimising operational safety, quality and efficiency. However, with some readjustments, and the support of our Board of Directors and shareholders, I am convinced ASRY can continue to be the leading repair yard in the Arabian Gulf.”
Shaw has more than 25 years’ experience in the global maritime industry. He was most recently group managing director for two and half years of a leading UK ship repair and conversion company. Prior to that he was general manager of ASRY Offshore Services for almost five years. His previous career also includes time at Vickers Shipbuilding & Engineering Ltd (VSEL) and Vosper Thornycroft.
Founded in 1977 in Bahrain, ASRY operates a 500,000dwt drydock, two floating docks of 252m and 227m in length, 15 repair berths with a total length of approximately 4,000m, twin 255m slipways, as well as a full range of workshops and service centres.
