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The global leader in the construction of medium-sized ships,

Daehan Shipbuilding,
a leader in future innovation.

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Performance Record
(As of April 2026)

    160

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We build with superior technology.

  • CRUDE OIL TANKER(SUEZMAX/AFRAMAX)

    Crude oil tankers are vessels used for transporting crude oil, playing a vital role in the global crude oil transportation industry. In particular, the crude oil tankers built by Daehan Shipbuilding are equipped with LNG Fuel System (LFS) technology, making them high-efficiency, eco-friendly vessels that meet the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s environmental regulations. With this advanced technology, Daehan Shipbuilding has achieved the world’s top market share in the construction of Aframax-class crude oil tankers. The company was also recognized as a producer of World-Class Products by the Korea Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy for two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021.

  • PRODUCT CARRIER

    Product carriers transport the refined oil products derived from crude oil. Daehan Shipbuilding’s product carriers also comply with IMO’s environmental standards, offering high efficiency and eco-friendly features. Equipped with the latest fuel-saving technologies, these vessels have garnered global attention and recognition as “World-Class Products.”

  • SHUTTLE TANKER

    Shuttle tankers are the high-value-added vessels equipped with the advanced systems that allow them to maintain a stable position at sea despite strong waves, winds, and currents. They can safely berth with offshore oil production facilities to receive crude oil. The core systems include the DPS (Dynamic Positioning System) for automatic position maintenance and the BLS (Bow Loading System) for bow loading operations.

  • CONTAINER CARRIER

    Container ships transport goods packaged in containers, requiring relatively higher speeds than other cargo ships. Daehan Shipbuilding constructs container carriers ranging from 1,000 TEU to 8,000 TEU capacities, emphasizing diversity in ship types and strategic competitiveness enhancement.

  • BULK CARRIER

    Bulk carriers transport unwrapped goods such as grains, coal, and ores in powdered or granular form. Through its extensive experience and know-how, Daehan Shipbuilding provides top-class quality and service in the field.

CRUDE OIL TANKER(SUEZMAX/AFRAMAX)
Crude oil tankers are vessels used for transporting crude oil, playing a vital role in the global crude oil transportation industry. In particular, the crude oil tankers built by Daehan Shipbuilding are equipped with LNG Fuel System (LFS) technology, making them high-efficiency, eco-friendly vessels that meet the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s environmental regulations. With this advanced technology, Daehan Shipbuilding has achieved the world’s top market share in the construction of Aframax-class crude oil tankers. The company was also recognized as a producer of World-Class Products by the Korea Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy for two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021.

PRODUCT CARRIER
Product carriers transport the refined oil products derived from crude oil. Daehan Shipbuilding’s product carriers also comply with IMO’s environmental standards, offering high efficiency and eco-friendly features. Equipped with the latest fuel-saving technologies, these vessels have garnered global attention and recognition as “World-Class Products.”

SHUTTLE TANKER
Shuttle tankers are the high-value-added vessels equipped with the advanced systems that allow them to maintain a stable position at sea despite strong waves, winds, and currents. They can safely berth with offshore oil production facilities to receive crude oil. The core systems include the DPS (Dynamic Positioning System) for automatic position maintenance and the BLS (Bow Loading System) for bow loading operations.

CONTAINER CARRIER
Container ships transport goods packaged in containers, requiring relatively higher speeds than other cargo ships. Daehan Shipbuilding constructs container carriers ranging from 1,000 TEU to 8,000 TEU capacities, emphasizing diversity in ship types and strategic competitiveness enhancement.

BULK CARRIER
Bulk carriers transport unwrapped goods such as grains, coal, and ores in powdered or granular form. Through its extensive experience and know-how, Daehan Shipbuilding provides top-class quality and service in the field.

Innovating New Horizons
with a Boundless Future

Innovating New Horizons
with a Boundless Future

Contract performance of the Year (As of April 2026)

    13

Consistent orders have led to positive results throughout the year.

Backlog (As of April 2026)

    34

    • SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

      SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
      29

    • AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

      AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

    • SHUTTLE TANKER

      SHUTTLE TANKER
      3

    • 8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER

      8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER
      2

  • SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

    SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
    29

  • AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

    AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

  • SHUTTLE TANKER

    SHUTTLE TANKER
    3

  • 8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER

    8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER
    2

A robust backlog ensures steady growth and operational stability.

Company News VIEW MORE

2026-05-15

DH Shipbuilding Shows Strong Financial Health and High Profits in Q1 2026

DH Shipbuilding is not just good at building ships; it is also becoming a financially strong company. On May 15, the company announced that it made 308.3 billion KRW in sales and 82.6 billion KRW in operating profit during the first quarter of this year. Its operating profit margin reached 26.8%, which is the highest level in the shipbuilding industry.   The most impressive part of this report is the net profit, which is the final money the company keeps. DH Shipbuilding made 77.4 billion KRW in net profit. This is about a 28% increase compared to the same period last year, when it made 60.6 billion KRW.   This great result happened because the company now operates with zero debt. In the past, the company had to spend a lot of money paying bank interest. Now, because those interest costs are gone, the money they earn goes straight into the company's savings. They also managed their money wisely to make extra profit, creating a healthy financial system that can survive hard times.   Another reason for this success is building the same type of ships repeatedly. DH Shipbuilding focused on building tanker ships over and over. This helped the workers get used to the process, making production faster and cheaper. Instead of just trying to sell many ships, the company focused on making more profit from each ship.   An official from DH Shipbuilding said that they will continue to focus on making the best ships and earning high profits. He also mentioned that they are looking for good ways to share their financial success with their shareholders in the future. Meanwhile, DH Shipbuilding has already taken orders for 13 ships this year, passing its yearly goal much earlier than expected.

2026-04-29

DH Shipbuilding Ranks No. 1 in Profitability: 26.8% Operating Profit Margin in Q1 Maintaining a 20%+ profit margin for six consecutive quarters, securing a solid "Upward" growth structure.

The company announced its preliminary results for the first quarter of 2026, recording 308.3 billion KRW in revenue and 82.6 billion KRW in operating profit. This results in a 26.8% operating profit margin, which continues the high-profit trend from the end of last year.   The latest performance shows that DH Shipbuilding has moved beyond simply increasing sales and has successfully settled into a stage of quality growth. Starting from the fourth quarter of 2024, the profit curve has continued to rise, making a 20% margin the new standard for the company.   In terms of growth speed, the company achieved about 30% of last year's total operating profit in just the first quarter of this year. If this pace continues, annual performance is expected to break records once again.   A representative from DH Shipbuilding mentioned that since the first year of listing, the company has returned 20% of its net income to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. They added that they will continue to look for ways to share the fruits of this growth with investors.   Meanwhile, DH Shipbuilding has already exceeded its annual order target by securing 13 ships so far this year. With over three years of work already lined up, the company plans to focus on strategically selecting high-value projects to maintain its strong performance.  

2026-04-16

DHShipbuilding Hits Yearly Target Early and Secures More Orders

New client orders 4 ships total after using all options. 13 total orders this year; #1 in the global Suezmax market. Order book full until 2029; switching to a profit-focused strategy.   DHShipbuilding surpassed its annual order goal in just the first quarter. Now, at the start of the second quarter, the company has successfully secured even more orders, solidifying its lead in the Suezmax market.   On the 14th, DHShipbuilding signed a contract with an African shipping company to build one Suezmax crude oil tanker. The deal is worth about 133 billion KRW.   This client first worked with DHShipbuilding in January by ordering two ships. Since then, the client used all its "options" (rights to order more ships) to add one more ship in March and another in April. This means the client has ordered a total of four ships even before receiving the first one.   This shows that the global market trusts DHShipbuilding’s high quality and ability to deliver on time. As environmental rules get stricter, more shipowners want eco-friendly and efficient ships. DHShipbuilding’s excellent design and work process have made it very attractive to these owners.   With this new deal, DHShipbuilding has reached 13 total orders this year, keeping its position as number one in the global Suezmax market. Since their work schedule is already full until the end of 2029, the company will now focus on "selective orders" to increase profits.   The ship from this latest contract is expected to be delivered to the owner in July 2029.  

2026-03-31

DHShipbuilding Achieves Annual Order Target in Just 3 Months

Secured 2 more Suezmax tankers, leading the global market with 12 orders in Q1 Target reached in 3 months with a stable backlog secured through 2029 Focus shifts to maximizing profitability and developing next-generation eco-friendly ships   DHShipbuilding has secured 12 Suezmax crude oil tankers in the first quarter of 2026 alone, ranking No.1 in global market share. As global shipowners look to secure vessels on time, DHShipbuilding continues to be their top choice in the Suezmax market.   On March 30, DHShipbuilding signed a contract with an Oceania-based shipowner for two Suezmax tankers worth approximately KRW 276 billion. Notably, this contract set a new record for the highest price in the company’s history for this vessel type, proving that the brand value of DHShipbuilding is recognized at the highest level globally.   It is also significant that this long-term partner, who has ordered multiple vessels over the years, placed an additional order for two more ships just one month after their previous order in February. This reflects the deep satisfaction and firm trust the shipowner has in the high-quality vessels delivered by DHShipbuilding over a long period.   Since entering the Suezmax market in 2018, DHShipbuilding has successfully implemented a "Selection and Focus" strategy by optimizing its production system and strengthening marketing activities. As a result, the company has proven its status as a "Suezmax Leader," achieving its annual order target in just three months.   With this early achievement, DHShipbuilding has secured a backlog of 35 vessels to be delivered by 2029, establishing a stable management foundation. This allows the company to move beyond the pressure of securing new orders and focus on developing eco-friendly, high-value next-generation vessels and entering new markets.    DHShipbuilding, said: "Following our record-breaking financial performance last year, achieving our annual target in just the first quarter of this year has significantly eased the pressure of securing work. With a solid backlog, we can now fully focus on strengthening the company’s internal growth by improving production efficiency and maximizing profitability."