
China Holds Top Global Shipbuilding Position in 2025
Official data released on Monday shows China led global shipbuilding in 2025 with 53.69 million DWT output, taking 69% of new orders and 66.8% of pending orders.

Official data released on Monday shows China led global shipbuilding in 2025 with 53.69 million DWT output, taking 69% of new orders and 66.8% of pending orders.

ORIX-backed Sakura Ocean forms a Japan-based shipowning platform and plans three domestic newbuilds—one each at Imabari, Tsuneishi, and Onomichi—for delivery by 2030.

Imabari Shipbuilding cleared antitrust review to buy an additional 30% of JMU from JFE Holdings and IHI, lifting its stake to 60% with closing set for 5 January 2026.
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