Tombwa-class aluminium vessel under construction at Kianda Shipyard, Angola
Proudly Angolan

Building Vessels in Africa
for Africa

Commercial vessels designed, engineered and constructed in Angola for African operators.

7.5m–27.5m
Vessel Range
BV
Classified
BUILT
In Angola
Kianda team
About Kianda

Built in Angola.
Engineered to Global Standards.

Kianda combines modern shipbuilding techniques, advanced manufacturing capabilities and a commitment to quality to deliver vessels built for performance, reliability and longevity.

From patrol craft and workboats to specialised commercial vessels, every project is designed to meet international standards while addressing the operational realities of African waters.

Proudly built in Angola, Kianda is helping shape the future of African shipbuilding through innovation, craftsmanship and world-class vessel construction.

Our Fleet

Our Fleet

Five production hulls engineered for commercial, patrol, landing and offshore operations across African waters.

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Tombwa 25
Planing Workboat

Tombwa 25

7.52 m Length
35 kn Speed
224 nm Range

Compact aluminium workboat for harbour patrol, crew transfer and rapid-response operations.

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Tombwa 35
PATROL · SURVEY WORKBOAT

Tombwa 35

11.49 m Length
40 kn Speed
231 nm Range

Versatile multi-mission platform engineered for survey, pilotage and inshore commercial duties.

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Tombwa 50
Patrol Vessel

Tombwa 50

15.48 m Length
35 kn Speed
443 nm Range

Flagship offshore-capable vessel built for sustained coastal patrol and commercial workboat tasking.

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Tombwa 70
High Speed Patrol Vessel

Tombwa 70

21.44 m Length
32 kn Speed
594 nm Range

Long-range offshore platform for crew transfer, oil & gas support and extended patrol missions.

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Sakula 60'
Landing Craft

Sakula 60'

18.25 m Length
25 kn Speed
200 nm Range

Mid-size aluminium landing craft classed by Bureau Veritas for cargo, crew and equipment transfer along coastal and offshore routes.

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Sakula 90'
Landing Craft

Sakula 90'

27.53 m Length
17 kn Speed
765 nm Range

Heavy-lift aluminium landing craft for cargo, vehicle and troop transfer across coastal and inshore waters.

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Why Work
With Kianda

Delivering vessel design, construction, repairs, modifications and lifecycle support across Africa.

Kianda welder joining an aluminium frame

Engineering Excellence

International naval architecture combined with disciplined African manufacturing.

International Standards

Built using marine-grade aluminium and internationally recognised standards.

Operational Reliability

Proven platforms engineered for African waters and operating environments.

Vessel Design

Innovative, fit-for-purpose vessel designs tailored to client requirements.

Vessel Repairs & Modifications

Expert repairs, refits and upgrades designed to maximise vessel lifespan and capability.

Vessel Management

Comprehensive vessel management solutions focused on safety, compliance and operational performance.

Lifecycle Support

From concept design through construction, commissioning and ongoing vessel operations.

Trusted Partners

Partnerships Built to Last

Kianda collaborates with internationally recognised maritime organisations, technology providers and engineering partners.

Naval Architecture
KND Naval Design
Strategic Partners
South Shore Resources
BD Procurement
Ark Marine
Southern Power
Petromar International
Propulsion
MarineDiesel Sweden
Volvo Penta
AWT
Caterpillar
HamiltonJet
NORS
TECHNOLOGY
Garmin
Furuno
Classification
Bureau Veritas
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Whether you operate one boat or a fleet of fifty, our team is ready to scope, design and build the vessel your mission demands.