Japan Sets Course for Shipbuilding Revival
14, April 2026
Japan is backing a shipbuilding recovery plan through funding, automation and consolidation, targeting annual output of 18 million gross tons by 2035.
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Japan Returns to LNG Carrier Construction
19, March 2026
Japan is moving to resume LNG carrier construction after seven years, supported by shipbuilder consolidation and a government-backed capacity expansion plan.
Shimanami Shipyard to Build 10 Bulk Carriers
4, December 2025
Shimanami Shipyard, a subsidiary of Imabari Shipbuilding, will build 10 speculative bulk carriers. Additionally, the company has secured orders for 10 more ships, including Aframax tankers.
Japan’s $6.5B Innovation Drive to Consolidate Shipbuilding Leadership
6, November 2025
Japan and its major shipbuilders plan to invest $6.5 billion by 2035 to modernize shipyards and accelerate eco-friendly, autonomous, and digital shipbuilding technologies.
Imabari Shipbuilding Delivers 2,080-TEU Container Vessel
15, September 2025
Imabari Shipbuilding has delivered the 2,086-TEU MAERSK NOTODDEN, a modern container ship designed for versatility and compliance with the latest environmental standards.
