HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Secures 435.3 Billion Won Container Ship Order

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has announced a significant contract with Regional Container Line, a prominent global shipping company, to construct two state-of-the-art container ships. Valued at 435.3 billion Korean won, this agreement marks the first collaboration between the two companies, setting the stage for potential future partnerships. The new vessels are expected to enhance Regional Container Line’s operational capacity, which currently ranks 21st worldwide.

Details of the New Container Ships

The contract includes the construction of two 13,800 TEU-class container ships, each measuring 337 meters in length, 51 meters in width, and 27.3 meters in height. These vessels will be equipped with advanced scrubbers, designed to reduce exhaust emissions and promote environmental sustainability. The ships will be built at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’ shipyard in Ulsan, with delivery scheduled to occur sequentially by October 2028.

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This latest order contributes to HD Hyundai’s impressive tally of 61 container ship contracts secured this year alone, more than doubling the 28 ships ordered in the previous year and surpassing the 29 ships contracted in 2023. Industry analysts predict that trade flows will remain strong, particularly in emerging markets, despite the current global tariff environment. This optimism is bolstered by the ongoing demand for eco-friendly shipping solutions and the company’s commitment to quality management.

A representative from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries emphasized the robust demand in the container ship sector, attributing it to the company’s innovative technological capabilities and consistent quality standards. As the shipping industry continues to evolve, this partnership with Regional Container Line could pave the way for further growth and collaboration in the future.