Rheinmetall is advancing its naval shipbuilding expansion with a non-binding offer for German Naval Yards, setting up competition with TKMS as European defense spending rises.
Seatrium and ABS signed an MOU to support maritime and offshore energy innovation, regulatory readiness, decarbonization, and emerging technology verification.
HD Hyundai Robotics will supply ArcLift GO robotic welding systems to Chouest Group shipyards in North America and Brazil.
Hanwha Ocean said it will maintain disciplinary action linked to safety accidents at its Geoje shipyard, despite union rallies demanding withdrawal.
HD Hyundai is expanding its Vietnam shipbuilding base, aiming to lift HVS annual capacity from 15 vessels to 23 by 2030.
China is expanding its shipbuilding lead as Korean yards focus on LNG and LPG carriers, while the China-built Glovis Leader highlights pressure on Korea’s standard vessel sectors.
Rheinmetall and MSC are considering major investments to revive Romania’s Mangalia shipyard as a dual-use hub for military and civilian shipbuilding.
COSCO SHIPPING (Qidong) Offshore has completed the main construction phase of its outfitting quay expansion, adding a 220 m berth and 1,420 m total frontage.
Damen and Senegal have formed a joint venture to operate Damen Shiprepair Dakar, supporting ship repair, maintenance and offshore energy clients in West Africa.
