HGH signs major new contract with ADSB for Kuwait Navy’s AL DORRA OPV Program

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Paris, France, June 23rd 2026 – HGH, a global leader in electro-optical and infrared solutions, announces a new major contract withEDGE Group’s naval arm, Abu Dhabi Ship Building PJSC (ADSB), to equip eight Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) under the Kuwait Navy’s AL DORRA program with its advanced SPYNEL 360° infrared surveillance systems.

The new contract builds on the long-standing cooperation between HGH and ADSB established through the UAE Navy’s FALAJ 3 program, for which HGH previously supplied eight SPYNEL solutions for four OPVs currently under construction.

Under the AL DORRA program, HGH’s 360° IR surveillance cameras and their CYCLOPE software will be fully integrated into Leonardos Combat Management System (CMS), further demonstrating the interoperability and operational value of HGH’s technologies within next-generation naval platforms.

The AL DORRA program represents an important strategic milestone for the Kuwait Navy and reinforces HGH’s growing presence in the Gulf region.

This major order confirms the strength of our partnership with ADSB and reinforces the growing presence of our systems across the region,” said Cyril Marchebout, Sales Director at HGH. “We are very proud to continue supporting strategic naval programs in the Gulf with our SPYNEL solutions. This momentum will also allow us to further expand our activities in the United Arab Emirates through the development of a regional hub to support our customers locally.

The contract consolidates HGH’s position as a trusted provider of advanced naval surveillance solutions for critical naval applications in the Middle East.

photo courtesy HGH

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Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Political-Military / Weapons & Equipment
SALUTE Report
Size
eight Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs)
Activity
HGH signs a major contract to equip OPVs with advanced surveillance systems
Location
Kuwait
Unit
Kuwait Navy, HGH, Abu Dhabi Ship Building PJSC (ADSB)
Time
June 23rd 2026
Equipment
SPYNEL 360° infrared surveillance systemsCYCLOPE softwareLeonardo’s Combat Management System (CMS)
Summary

HGH signed a major contract with Abu Dhabi Ship Building PJSC to equip eight Offshore Patrol Vessels for the Kuwait Navy's AL DORRA program with advanced SPYNEL 360° infrared surveillance systems on June 23rd, 2026. This contract enhances the interoperability of HGH's technologies within next-generation naval platforms and solidifies its strategic presence in the Gulf region.

Key Facts
  • HGH signed a contract with ADSB for Kuwait Navy's AL DORRA OPV program.
  • The contract includes equipping eight OPVs with SPYNEL 360° infrared surveillance systems.
  • HGH's systems will be integrated into Leonardo's Combat Management System.
  • This contract reinforces HGH's presence in the Gulf region.
  • The partnership with ADSB is a continuation of previous cooperation on the UAE Navy's FALAJ 3 program.