Photo By Catherine Carroll | U.S. Army Lt. Col. Eder C. Ramirez, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Expeditionary...... read more read more
KUWAIT CITY – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers professionals recently joined Kuwaiti defense leaders and industry partners for a weeklong planning session focused on the renovation of the Kuwait Missile Assembly/Disassembly Facility.
Held Jan.19-23, 2025, at the Al Hashemi Marine Museum in Kuwait City, the event brought together representatives from the USACE Kuwait Program Management Office, the U.S. Office of Military Cooperation – Kuwait, the Kuwait Air Defense, Kuwait Ministry of Defence Armament & Procurement Authority and Military Engineering Projects, and private industry partners. The goal of the session was to define the full scope of the renovation project and ensure alignment across all stakeholders, reinforcing Kuwait’s air defense capabilities and overall mission readiness.
Colonel Christopher D. Klein, USACE Middle East District commander, emphasized the importance of collaboration in delivering long-term support and advanced capabilities to U.S. allies.
“This charette was a textbook example of how USACE works with our Kuwaiti mission partners, contractors and embassy counterparts to provide our allies with both state-of-the-art defensive capabilities and continued support long after projects are complete,” said Klein.
Beyond the renovation of the MADF, the discussions also addressed broader initiatives to enhance Kuwait’s air defense infrastructure, including improvements to legacy sites, the construction of a new generator workshop, and long-term sustainment planning for missile defense systems.
The session resulted in the formal signing of meeting minutes, documenting the agreed-upon construction scope and providing a structured reference to guide the design and construction effort.
Kenneth Logan, USACE Middle East District project manager, highlighted the importance of documenting agreements to keep the project moving forward smoothly.
“This document serves as a reference point for the entire team, ensuring that we stay on track with the mission, schedule, and budget,” said Logan. “It provides a clear roadmap for design and construction, allowing us to move forward efficiently and effectively while maintaining alignment with our shared goals.”
The success of the planning session also highlighted the collaboration between USACE and its partners in Kuwait.
Lieutenant Col. Eder C. Ramirez, USACE Expeditionary District commander, emphasized the critical role of teamwork in delivering mission-essential infrastructure and the strong collaboration between U.S. and Kuwaiti partners.
“The strength of our partnerships is what drives the success of these projects,” said Ramirez. “When we bring together engineers, program managers, and military leaders from both the United States and Kuwait with a shared mission, we ensure that our allies have the infrastructure they need to remain ready and responsive. The collaboration we foster today not only strengthens our current operations but also lays the foundation for future security and stability in the region.”
Through innovation, responsiveness, and collaboration, USACE continues to play a vital role in supporting Kuwait’s national defense initiatives. By working alongside mission partners and industry experts, the organization remains committed to delivering engineering solutions that enhance security and operational effectiveness for the future.
| Date Taken: | 02.03.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 02.24.2025 07:07 |
| Story ID: | 489959 |
| Location: | KUWAIT CITY, KW |
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