Bernect, a manufacturing and defense physical AI company, will build a smart
Bernect, a manufacturing and defense physical AI company, has recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with HD Korea Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries to revolutionize the shipbuilding and marine industry with smart solutions.
Revolutionizing Shipbuilding with Technology Integration
The agreement, held at the HD Hyundai Global R&D Center on the 21st, aims to enhance on-site safety and work efficiency through the integration of AR/XR and smart sensing technologies. The collaboration between the three companies seeks to address the challenges faced in shipbuilding and marine sites, characterized by large structures and complex processes.
Implementing Innovative Solutions for the Future
Under the two-year agreement, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co. and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. will identify on-site demands for technology application, while Bernect will demonstrate matching technologies and incorporate on-site feedback for continuous improvement. The partnership will focus on promoting AR, AI, and robot technologies from Future of Shipyard (FOS) and digital twins to enhance visualization of work information, facility monitoring, and safety management.
According to an official from Bernect, “Shipbuilding and marine sites require urgent support for on-site work and the introduction of safety management technologies.” The collaboration aims to create successful application cases that demonstrate tangible results at the site, ultimately increasing market competitiveness in the industry.
By combining the expertise of each company and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, the partnership between Bernect, HD Korea Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is set to transform traditional shipyard practices and pave the way for a smarter, safer, and more efficient future in the maritime sector.
