ADNOC Logistics & Services has unveiled the UAE’s first Remotely Operated Landing Craft Vessels
ADNOC Logistics & Services Plc (ADNOC L&S), a global leader in energy maritime logistics, today unveiled the UAE’s first Remotely Operated Landing Craft Vessels at the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week 2025, marking a transformative step in offshore logistics innovation.
Developed in collaboration with SeaOwl, the 60-metre vessel integrates advanced AI and satellite-linked control systems, allowing it to be operated remotely from ADNOC L&S’s Remote-Control Center in Mussafah. The technology aims to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in offshore operations.
“This milestone reflects ADNOC L&S’s leadership in redefining the future of maritime logistics and marks a strategic leap in our digital transformation journey,” said Captain Abdulkareem Al Masabi, CEO of ADNOC L&S. “By advancing AI-powered remote vessel technology, we are enhancing safety, reducing emissions, and driving cost efficiency across our offshore operations while supporting ADNOC’s and the UAE’s Net Zero goals.”
The vessel’s design eliminates the need for onboard crew accommodation, reducing weight, improving fuel efficiency, and enabling 24/7 operations. Its AI-enabled route optimisation is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 30% compared with conventional vessels.
Construction of two prototype vessels is slated to begin by the end of 2025, with delivery planned for Q4 2026, followed by comprehensive sea trials and safety validation in UAE waters.
“This collaboration with ADNOC L&S and the UAE maritime authorities sets a new global benchmark for autonomous vehicle operations,” said Xavier Genin, CEO of SeaOwl. “It brings together advanced teleoperation and AI capabilities to reshape the future of offshore logistics.”
The initiative underscores ADNOC L&S’s commitment to digital transformation and the UAE’s ambitions in sustainable maritime innovation, reinforcing its role as a pioneer in AI-driven offshore operations.
