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HD Hyundai Wins Order for Two 14,000 TEU Containerships from RCL

Thailand’s RCL ordered two 14,000 teu containerships at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries for KRW435.3bn ($299m), with delivery by October 2028 and marking the first collaboration between the firms.

HD HHI’s Ulsan Shipyard (Image source: HD Hyundai Heavy Industires)

10, November 2025
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HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has signed a contract with Thailand’s Regional Container Lines (RCL) for two 14,000 teu containerships, the first collaboration between the companies.

The deal is valued at KRW435.3bn ($299m), with delivery by October 2028.

For RCL, the order marks a major scale-up from its traditional intra-Asia focus and smaller vessel classes, signalling an intent to compete on mainline trades.

For HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, the contract adds to what is shaping up to be a standout year; the yard has booked 61 boxship orders in 2025, more than double the 28 secured last year.

Tags: 000 teu, 14, boxship order, containership, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, orderbook, RCL, Shipbuilding

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