HJ Shipbuilding & Construction has signed a KRW 353.2 billion contract with a European shipowner to build two 10,100-TEU eco-friendly container ships. The deal includes options for two additional vessels.
The order marks a milestone for HJSC’s Yeongdo Shipyard. Container ships exceeding 10,000 TEU have never been built at the 90-year-old facility.
The vessels will feature advanced hull designs and high fuel efficiency to minimize greenhouse gas emissions. The ships will be equipped with scrubber systems to comply with International Maritime Organization environmental regulations.
HJSC has overcome physical limitations at its Yeongdo facility through engineering innovation. In 2004, the company pioneered a “DAM technique” using a temporary watertight barrier to build a 325-meter, 8,000-TEU container ship in a 300-meter dock.
The shipbuilder has continued advancing its capabilities. Last year, it delivered a 9,000-TEU methanol-fueled container ship without using the DAM approach.
The new order comes from a repeat customer. The European shipowner previously placed container ship orders with HJSC. The repeat business reflects confidence in the company’s quality and execution capabilities.
HJSC has focused on developing mid-sized eco-friendly container ships in recent years. The strategy aims to secure stable workloads in a segment where the company holds expertise. All designs have been optimized for the Yeongdo dock.
CEO Yoo Sang-cheol said continuous innovation has enabled the company to overcome physical limitations. “We will repay our client’s trust by delivering high-quality vessels on schedule,” he stated. The company plans to strengthen its position in the mid- to large-sized eco-friendly container ship market.
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