Order for two 10,000 TEU containerships placed at South Korean yard

According to HJSC, the Yeongdo Shipyard in Busan has previously adapted to build 8,000 TEU vessels. In 2004, the group developed a method to weld hulls underwater for ships exceeding 300 metres in length.

The shipbuilder recently completed the delivery of a 9,000 TEU methanol-powered vessel for HMM. HJSC noted that this latest contract represents a repeat order from a client who had recently commissioned a container ship from the group.

The company said it has focused on developing mid-sized vessels to maintain its competitive position in the shipbuilding sector.