MV Kilimanjaro IV, one of the flagship vessels of Azam Marine Limited from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, has successfully docked at Kenya Shipyards Limited facilities in Mombasa for repairs and maintenance. MV Kilimanjaro IV is a high-speed passenger ferry that plays a critical role in facilitating marine transport and tourism across the Tanzania archipelago, including routes between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar.
Kenya Shipyards Limited Mombasa Shipyard is strategically located near the Port of Mombasa, and as such, offers prime facilities for servicing both domestic and regional vessels. Its location enables ships to be efficiently drawn from the water and secured for maintenance and repair.
The world class Shipyard constructed in 2020, is equipped to handle vessels of up to 4,000 tonnes, with dimensions of 150 metres in length, 30 metres in width, 30 metres in height, and a draft of six metres. The site also includes a dedicated parking area and a hangar measuring 120 metres long, 30 metres wide, and 20 metres high, offering ample space for storage and heavy-duty operations.
In addition, the facility houses four specialized workshops:
- Electronic Repair Workshop
- Marine and General Engineering Workshop
- Fitting and Carpentry Workshop
- Hull and Superstructure Repair Workshop
Together, these assets position Mombasa Shipyard as a leading hub for advanced ship maintenance and engineering in the region.
Strengthening Regional Connectivity, One Vessel at a Time.
MV Kilimanjaro IV docking at KSL reflects not only Kenya’s growing competitiveness in the maritime sector, but also the regional collaboration that supports the Blue Economy agenda in East Africa. This also marks a significant milestone for KSL as it continues to attract high-profile regional and international vessels for maintenance, repairs, and overhaul services. MV Kilimanjaro IV’s servicing marks more than just a routine technical exercise — it is a powerful reaffirmation of the growing trust and confidence that operators across East Africa are placing in Kenya’s maritime capabilities.
A Strategic Partner for Regional Integration
As more regional operators turn to Kenya for reliable ship maintenance, refits, repairs and drydocking services, KSL is not only delivering on its technical promise, but also contributing directly to job creation, skills transfer, and the realization of Kenya Vision 2030. KSL continues to attract a growing list of commercial, passenger, and government vessels from across the Great Lakes and Indian Ocean region.
Kenya Shipyards Limited is not just building vessels; we are at the forefront of positioning Kenya as a maritime powerhouse in the region.
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Corporate Communications Division
Kenya Shipyards Limited
+254 (0) 726277377
