Al Zaman Group (AZG) proudly concluded its successful participation in KORMARINE 2025, the largest international marine, shipbuilding, and maritime equipment exhibition in Korea. This year’s edition gathered global leaders and innovators from across the maritime industry — and AZG stood out as the only Iraqi company participating in this prestigious event. AZG showcased its latest projects, initiatives, and strategic vision for the advancement of Iraq’s maritime capabilities. The company’s booth attracted strong interest from visitors, suppliers, and manufacturers, serving as a dynamic platform for collaboration and dialogue on future maritime ventures. Strong Support from the Iraqi Embassy in Korea and Iraqi Ministry of Trade AZG’s participation received notable recognition and encouragement from the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Seoul.

Mr. Ali Mussa, Deputy Head of Mission, spent three days in Busan engaging with various Korean suppliers and manufacturers and expressed his appreciation for AZG’s efforts in representing Iraq on an international stage.

Dr. Odey Mohammed, Commercial Attaché of the Iraqi Embassy, also visited AZG’s booth during the second and third days of the exhibition, emphasizing the embassy’s commitment to supporting Iraqi businesses expanding into global markets. Strengthening Iraq’s Maritime Industry AZG has an established history of building several large and small vessels in South Korea for Iraqi authorities. Building on that experience, the company is currently constructing a new manufacturing facility in Baghdad, dedicated to the production of small and medium sized boats. This facility, powered by Korean technology and expertise, represents a significant milestone in Iraq’s efforts to localize maritime manufacturing. AZG plans to expand production capabilities and diversify its product range, further contributing to Iraq’s industrial growth.

In addition to exhibiting, AZG was officially invited by KOTRA to take part in the B2B Business Meetings held alongside KORMARINE 2025. Represented by Mr. Abdullah Shaban, Executive Manager at AZG, the company met with numerous potential suppliers and partners from across Korea, exploring opportunities for future cooperation and technology transfer. Looking Ahead AZG’s participation in KORMARINE 2025 reaffirmed its role as a bridge between Iraq and the global maritime industry.

AZG continues to position itself as a key player in modernizing Iraq’s naval and maritime capabilities, while strengthening international partnerships built on innovation, trust, and shared progress.

Colin Findlay of IBBC says ‘AZG are leading the way in Iraq as they are also developing a Marine Academy to train and skill Iraqi workforce, and evolved the Maritime authority and production capabilities with IBBC’s Marine sector group and the Government of Iraq’